To use the concept of proportion to make the given conversion. Given information: To convert 146.4 ounces to pounds.

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To use the concept of proportion to make the given conversion.  Given information: To convert 146.4 ounces to pounds.

mhalmantus · Accepted Answer

Calculation: As we know that from the definition, a mathematical equation signifying equality of two ratios is called a proportion. Proportion is used when three quantities are known and fourth quantity is unknown. We can use equality of two ratios for finding the fourth unknown quantity. For example: ab=cd is a proportion. As we know that 1 pounds =16 ounces. So, we can write in the form of ratio as 1 pound16 ounce. Let us suppose x pounds =146.4 ounces So, we can write in the form of ratio as x pound146.4 ounce As per the definition of proportion both ratio should be equal. i.e. 1 pound16 ounce=x pound146.4 ounce Applying cross multiplication. 16×x=146.4×1 ⇒16x=146.4 ⇒16x16=146.416 [Divide both sides by 16] ⇒x=9.15 pounds Hence, we can say that 9.15 pounds =146.4 ounces.

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