The answer would be 1 1/4, or 1.25.
Answer:
9000 pounds
Step-by-step explanation:
Since there are 2,000 pounds in a ton, you should use the proportion on the left.
Solve the equation:

Answer:
a = 4/27 - b/54
Step-by-step explanation:
27a+1/2b=4
Subtract 1/2 b from each side
27a+1/2b - 1/2 b=4-1/2 b
27a = 4 - 1/2 b
Divide each side by 27
27a/27 = 4/27 - 1/2 b/27
a = 4/27 - b/54