Question

According to the line plot, how much more is the total weight of the 1/2 of a pound dog toys than the weight of the 5/8 of a pound dog toys?

Answer 1

You didn’t attach the line plot but I’ll do my best.

1 pound = 16 ounces

It says of a pound dog toys, meaning that we will have to do multiplication:

1/2 * 1 pound

= 1/2 * 16 ounces

= 8 ounces

5/8 * 16 ounces

= 10

Next, find the difference:

10 - 8 = 2

The total weight of 5/8 of a pound of dog toys is 2 ounces greater than 1/2 of a pound of dog toys.


Also, the last bit of the question is worded incorrectly. 5/8 > 1/2 right off the bat. I’m not sure who designed the question but I think you should let them know since it would likely confuse individuals who encounter this question. Hope this helps!