The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Paul? 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
Zeph: 22 kg
Jeremy: 10 kg
Paul: 11 kg
Ryan: 38 kg
Luke: 39 kg
Vaidev: 18 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Paul
= 11 x 2
= 22 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Paul = Zeph = Z
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 22 + 38 + 39
= 99 kg
Answer(s): (a) Z; (b) 99 kg