The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Zane? 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
Japheth: 24 kg
Billy: 20 kg
Zane: 12 kg
Fabian: 37 kg
Vincent: 34 kg
Lee: 10 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Zane
= 12 x 2
= 24 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Zane = Japheth = J
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 24 + 37 + 34
= 95 kg
Answer(s): (a) J; (b) 95 kg