Question

ilo’s dog weighs 18.25 pounds. Kristen’s dog weighs 2.5 pounds less than Milo’s dog. How much does Kristen’s dog weigh?


13.25 pounds
15.75 pounds
16.75 pounds
20.75 pounds

Answer 1

To find the weight of Kristen's dog, you need to subtract 2.5 pounds from the weight of Milo's dog.

Milo's dog weighs 18.25 pounds.

Now, calculate Kristen's dog's weight:

\[
18.25 \, \text{pounds} - 2.5 \, \text{pounds} = 15.75 \, \text{pounds}
\]

So, Kristen's dog weighs **15.75 pounds**.