Question

A long ton is defined as exactly 2240 Ib. What is this mass in kilograms?

Answer 1

Answer:

1016 kg

Explanation:

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In this case, the required conversion is carried out by knowing that 1 lb is equivalent to 0.453592 kg, in such a way:

$2240lb*\frac{0.453592kg}{1lb} =1016kg$

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Answer 2

Answer: 963.2 kg

Explanation: Mass is defined as the amount of matter contained in the substance. It has units of g, kg, cg, pounds etc.These units are inter convertible.

1lb = 0.43 kg

Given: mass = 2240 lb

Thus if 1 lb is equal to 0.43 kg

2240 lb is equal to =$\frac{0.43}{1}\times 2240=963.2kg$

Thus mass of the object is 963.2 kg.