Question

The average weight of a female hippopotamus is 1½ tons. How many pounds is this?

Answer 1

3000 pounds

Explanation:

Since there are 2000 pounds in a ton, find how many pounds there are by multiplying 1.5 by 2000

1.5(2000)

= 3000

So, this is 3000 pounds

Answer 2

1.5 tons converted to pounds is 3000 pounds