The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Henry? 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
Brandon: 40 kg
Henry: 12 kg
Michael: 34 kg
David: 56 kg
Carl: 24 kg
Vincent: 10 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Henry
= 12 x 2
= 24 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Henry = Carl = C
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 40 +56 + 24
= 120 kg
Answer(s): (a) C; (b) 120 kg