The graph shows the mass of 6 children in kilograms.
- Who is three times as heavy as Neave? 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
Ethan: 55 kg
Neave: 23 kg
Michael: 36 kg
Riordan: 48 kg
Fred: 69 kg
Henry: 10 kg
Mass of a child to be 3 times as heavy as Neave
= 23 x 3
= 69 kg
The child who is 3 times as heavy as Neave = Fred = F
(b)
Mass of the three heaviest children
= 55 +48 + 69
= 172 kg
Answer(s): (a) F; (b) 172 kg