SOLUTION: there are about 2.2 pound in a kilogram, how many kilograms will it take to get 22 pounds? My mom thinks its 44 but i dont so i need the answer to prove her wrong or to tell her im

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Question 365669: there are about 2.2 pound in a kilogram, how many kilograms will it take to get 22 pounds? My mom thinks its 44 but i dont so i need the answer to prove her wrong or to tell her im sorry for arguing with her.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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1 kg = 2.2 lbs
10 kg = 22 lbs
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A kg is more than a pound, so the number of kg will be smaller.
44 pounds = 20 kg
44 kg = 96.8 pounds
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A metric ton, or tonne, is 1000 kg = 2204 pounds