Question

Use the ratio 1 pound equals about 0.45 kilograms. How many kilograms are equal to 35 pounds?(1 point)
Responses

157.5
157.5

77.78
77.78

35.45
35.45

15.75

Answer 1

To convert 35 pounds to kilograms using the ratio \( 1 \text{ pound} \approx 0.45 \text{ kilograms} \), you can multiply:

\[
35 \text{ pounds} \times 0.45 \text{ kg/pound} = 15.75 \text{ kilograms}
\]

So, the correct answer is:

**15.75**