How many paperclips that weigh 2 grams would balance a scale of 1 pound?

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asked Nov 1, 2024 27.8k views

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Rieux · Answer 1 · 2024-11-07T05:45:56+0000

Answer: 226.795 paperclips

Explanation:

First, we need to know how many grams are in a pound.

$\boxed{\text{1 pound = 453.59 grams}}$

Next, we will divide 453.59 grams by the 2 grams per paper clip to see how many paper clips would balance the scale with one pound.

453.59 / 2 = 226.795 paperclips