Question

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Answer 1

Answer:

14,200 pounds.

1. Convert the mixed fraction into improper fraction:

To convert a mixed fraction into an improper fraction, we must multiply the whole number with the denominator and add the numerator to the product. The denominator of the improper fraction will remain the same as the denominator in the mixed fraction.

$\implies 7 \dfrac{1}{10} = \dfrac{(7 \times 10) + 1}{10} = \dfrac{71}{10}$

2. Determine the number of pounds in 71/10 tons

It should be noted that:

• Conversion: 1 ton = 2000 pounds

Now, let's use the unitary method to determine the amount of pounds in 71/10 tons. Multiply both sides by 71/10 to do so.

$\implies \text{1 ton = 2000 pounds}$

$\implies \text{1 ton} \times \dfrac{71}{10} = 2000 \times \dfrac{71}{10}$

$\implies \dfrac{71}{10}\text{ ton} = 200 \times 71$

Simplify as needed:

$\implies \dfrac{71}{10}\text{ ton} = 14,200 \ \text{pounds}$