Question

The table shows how to convert from ounces to pounds and how to convert from pounds to tons.

Number of Ounces Number of Pounds Number of Tons
16 1
2,000 1

The mass of a vehicle is 2.1 tons.

What is the mass of the vehicle in ounces?

A.
67,200
B.
131.25
C.
33,600
D.
262.5

Answer 1

1 ton = 2,000 lb and 1 lb = 16 oz, so 1 ton = 2,000×16 = 32,000 oz.
2.1 tons = 2.1×32,000 = 67,200 oz.

Answer: A.