Question

A team of three superheroes can collectively lift 975 tons. Assuming each hero lifts an equal amount, about how many pounds can each hero lift?

1 ton = 2000 pounds.
A.
325

B.
2,925

C.
650,000

D.
5,850,000

Answer 1

975 tons ÷ 3 = 325 tons per hero.
325 tons × 2000 lb/ton = 650,000 lb.

Answer: C.