The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Luis? 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
Elijah: 60 kg
Andy: 21 kg
Luis: 20 kg
Pierre: 40 kg
Jenson: 32 kg
Owen: 20 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Luis
= 20 x 3
= 60 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Luis = Elijah = E
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 60 + 40 + 32
= 132 kg
Answer(s): (a) E; (b) 132 kg