Question

A group of two friends each received six-twelfths of a pound of candy. How much candy did they receive total?

Answer 1

1 pound because 6/12 is 1/2 and 1/2 times 2 is 1

Answer 2

8 ounces

Explanation:

6/12 = 1/2

1/2 a pound is 8 ounces