The table shows the height of some children.
- Who is taller than Brandon but shorter than John? Give your answer in number.
- What is the difference in height between the second tallest pupil and the shortest pupil?
From the tallest to the shortest.
(2) Jack 166 cm
(4) Archie 160 cm
(1) John 153 cm
(5) Ken 150 cm
(3) Brandon 144 cm
(a)
(5) Ken (150 cm) is taller than
(3) Brandon (144 cm) but shorter than
(1) John (153 cm).
(b)
Difference in height between the second tallest pupil
(4) Archie and the shortest pupil
(3) Brandon.
= 160 - 144
= 16 cm
Answer(s): (a) 5; (b) 16 cm