SOLUTION: If you have items that weigh 22 oz. and 68 oz., then what is the combined weight, in pounds? I know you have to add 22oz+60oz=90.What else did they do to get this answer 5.63. I'm

Question 816718: If you have items that weigh 22 oz. and 68 oz., then what is the combined weight, in pounds? I know you have to add 22oz+60oz=90.What else did they do to get this answer 5.63. I'm so lost right now. Please help me understand how to break problems down like this one. Thank you..I go for my ged test today at 3pm today. Thanks for your help and your time. :)

Answer by LinnW(1048) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
16 oz in one pound so divide 90 by 16
90/16 = 5.625
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