SOLUTION: knowing one kilo = 2.205 pounds. how many kilos is 100 pounds?

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Question 14589: knowing one kilo = 2.205 pounds. how many kilos is 100 pounds?
Answer by Alwayscheerful(414) About Me  (Show Source):
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You need to set up a ratio for this problem.
1+k%2F%282.205%29+lb+=+x+k%2F%28100%29+lb
Then you cross multiply to get this equation.
2.205x=100
x=45.35
Hope this helps!