The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Ken? Give the first letter of the answer. (Eg Apple = A)
- What is the total mass of the 3 heaviest children?
(a)
Mass of the 6 children
Eric: 22 kg
Will: 19 kg
Ken: 11 kg
Peter: 37 kg
Fred: 35 kg
Michael: 27 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Ken
= 11 x 2
= 22 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Ken = Eric = E
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 22 + 37 + 35
= 94 kg
Answer(s): (a) E; (b) 94 kg