SOLUTION: I need some help on this problem: I need to simplify: 10 lb. 28 oz. Thanks, Ashley

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Question 44099: I need some help on this problem:
I need to simplify:
10 lb. 28 oz.

Thanks,
Ashley
Found 3 solutions by adamchapman, Earlsdon, fractalier:
Answer by adamchapman(301) About Me  (Show Source):
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there are 32 oz. in on lb
10 lb. + 28 oz. = 10(32) oz. + 28 oz. = 348 oz.
I hope this helps
P.S. I am trying to start up my own homework help website. I would be extremely grateful if you would e-mail me some feedback on the help you received to adam.chapman@student.manchester.ac.uk

Answer by Earlsdon(6294) About Me  (Show Source):
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Remember that 1 lb. = 16 oz., then 28 oz. = 16 0z. + 12 oz. = 1 lb. + 12 oz.
So now you have 10 lb. 28 oz. = 10 lb. + 1 lb. + 12 oz. = 11 lb. 12 oz.

Answer by fractalier(6550) About Me  (Show Source):
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Okay, let's convert
10 lb. 28 oz. =
10 lb. + 16 oz. + 12 oz. =
11 lb. 12 oz. or 11 3/4 lbs.