Convert. Simplify your answer and write it as a proper fraction or as a whole or mixed number.

Question

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pounds =
1
2
of a ton

Answer 1

To convert \( \frac{1}{2} \) of a ton to pounds, first recall that 1 ton is equal to 2,000 pounds.

Now, calculate \( \frac{1}{2} \) of a ton:

\[ \frac{1}{2} \times 2000 \text{ pounds} = 1000 \text{ pounds} \]

So, \( \frac{1}{2} \) of a ton is equal to 1000 pounds.

The final answer in proper fraction or whole number format is:

\[ 1000 \text{ pounds} \]