Question

A set of triplets weighted 4lb 3oz , 3 lb 9oz and 4 lb 5 oz . What is the total weight of all three babies ?

Answer 1

Answer:

12 lb   1 oz

Step-by-step explanation:

Add the amounts together

4lb 3oz ,

3 lb 9oz

4 lb 5 oz

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11 lb  17 oz

But 16 oz is 1 lb so subtract 16 oz and add 1 lb

11 lb 17 oz

+1lb - 16 oz

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12 lb   1 oz