The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Wesley? 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
Fabian: 65 kg
Reggie: 43 kg
Oscar: 138 kg
Bryan: 54 kg
Wesley: 46 kg
Peter: 34 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Wesley
= 46 x 3
= 138 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Wesley = Oscar = O
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 65 + 138 + 54
= 257 kg
Answer(s): (a) O; (b) 257 kg