Question
A truck has a maximum-load rating of 5 tons.It is going to be loaded with machine parts that each weigh 66 pounds 9 ounces.How many of the machine parts can be loaded into the truck without exceeding its maximum-load rating?
Answers
Ms. Sue
1 ton = 2,000 lbs.
5 tons = 10,000 lbs.
66 lbs., 9 ounces = 66.5625 lbs.
10,000 / 66.5625 = ?
5 tons = 10,000 lbs.
66 lbs., 9 ounces = 66.5625 lbs.
10,000 / 66.5625 = ?
Sarah
Thanks
Ms. Sue
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