Question

A new truck that is coming out weights 2(1/2) tons. How much does the truck weigh in pounds?

Answer 1

A new truck that is coming out weights 2 tons. How much does the truck weigh in pounds?

4,250 pounds

5,000 pounds

4,500 pounds

3,500 pounds

Explanation:

5,000 pounds

Answer 2

since each ton equals 2000 pounds you add 2000+2000+500 (because of the half) and it equals 4,500 pounds