Question

85 grams is approximately equivalent to 3 ounces. On average, Americans eat 200 grams of sugar per

day. About how many ounces is this?
A 2 ounces
B 3 ounces
C 6 ounces
D 7 ounces

Answer 1

D)7 ounces

Explanation:

1. 85grams is equal to 3ounces and 200 grams is equal to x.

2. It is a proportio

`(85)/(3) =(200)/(x)` so,

3. x=200*3/85

4. x is approximately equal to 7 ounces

Answer 2

D. 7 ounces

Explanation:

200 grams is equal to 7 ounces.