The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Elijah? 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
Billy: 75 kg
Reggie: 25 kg
Elijah: 25 kg
Daniel: 34 kg
Luke: 31 kg
Vincent: 26 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Elijah
= 25 x 3
= 75 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Elijah = Billy = B
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 75 + 34 + 31
= 140 kg
Answer(s): (a) B; (b) 140 kg