Question

What conversion factor can be used to convert the number of blocks to the weight of the blocks, in pounds?

Answer 1

Answer:

1.5

Step-by-step explanation:

Hello, I think I can help you with this

Step one

to find the correct conversion factor , the data must be defined

according to the drawing the balance is in balance when:

6 pounds=4 blocks

step two

using a rule of three to find the number of pound per block

6 pounds =4 blocks

x pounds= 1 Block

6 pounds/4 blocks =x pounds/1 block

x=( 6 pound * 1 Block)/4 blocks

x=1.5

1.5 is the factor, this means,that if you have x number of blocks , you must multiply for 1.5 to find the total of pounds

y=1.5 x

where x is the number of blocks and y is the  weight of those blocks( in pounds)

I hope it helps, have a great day

Answer 2

Answer:

1 pound per block

Step-by-step explanation: