A pictogram uses 1 square to represent 3 children. The pictogram shows 5 squares for Class A, 2 squares for Class B, and 7 squares for Class C. How many children are there in total across all three classes?

Step-by-step solution

1. Count total squares: $5+2+7=14$
2. Multiply by 3 children per square: $14\times 3=42$
3. The total number of children is 42.

Concept tested: Count and multiply using pictogram

Published 4 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked