Answer:
16,000 lbs.
Explanation:
There are 2000 pounds in 1 ton:
1 ton = 2000lb
The dump truck can carry 8 tons in all. Multiply 8 with the amount of pounds 1 ton equates too:
8 tons x (2000lbs/1 tons) = 16000 lbs/8 tons.
16,000 lbs is your answer.
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