The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is two times as heavy as Fabian? 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
Liam: 68 kg
Pierre: 37 kg
Will: 52 kg
Sean: 65 kg
Fabian: 26 kg
Jenson: 45 kg
Mass of a child to be 2 times as heavy as Fabian
= 26 x 2
= 52 kg
The child who is 2 times as heavy as Fabian = Will = W
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 68 + 52 + 65
= 185 kg
Answer(s): (a) W; (b) 185 kg