The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three 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
Carl: 60 kg
Fabian: 19 kg
Owen: 28 kg
Perry: 53 kg
Warren: 57 kg
Henry: 22 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Fabian
= 19 x 3
= 57 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Fabian = Warren = W
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 60 +53 + 57
= 170 kg
Answer(s): (a) W; (b) 170 kg