The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Charlie? 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
Glen: 61 kg
Charlie: 27 kg
Ken: 16 kg
Seth: 53 kg
Howard: 54 kg
Zane: 26 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Charlie
= 27 x 2
= 54 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Charlie = Howard = H
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 61 +53 + 54
= 168 kg
Answer(s): (a) H; (b) 168 kg