Question

Is 1/2 ton + 3/4 ton greater than, less than, equal to 2,800 pounds

Answer 1

1/2 ton is equal to 1,000 pounds, and 3/4 ton is equal to 1,500 pounds. Therefore, 1/2 ton + 3/4 ton equals 2,500 pounds.

2,500 pounds is less than 2,800 pounds.