Question

The line plot below shows the weight of each of 15 ostrich eggs . What is the total weight of the 3 heaviest eggs

Answer 1

Answer:

D). 6 3/4

Step-by-step explanation:

Given,

The three eggs with the heaviest weights are;

$2\frac{1}{2}$ ounces

$2\frac{1}{4}$ ounces, &

2 ounces

To find,

The total weight of the three heaviest eggs = $2\frac{1}{2}$ ounces + $2\frac{1}{4}$ ounces + 2 ounces

= 5/2 + 9/4 + 2/1

Taking the L.C.M. of 2, 4, and 1,

= 10/4 + 9/4 + 8/4

= (10 + 9 + 8)/4

= 27/4 or 6 3/4