The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is four times as heavy as Oliver? 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
Dylan: 62 kg
Seth: 20 kg
Harry: 124 kg
Wesley: 68 kg
Oliver: 31 kg
Albert: 28 kg
Mass of a child to be 4 times as heavy as Oliver
= 31 x 4
= 124 kg
The child who is 4 times as heavy as Oliver = Harry = H
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 62 + 124 + 68
= 254 kg
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) 254 kg