Question

Eva's new dog weighed 5 7/8 pounds when she first got him 4 weeks ago. Now he weighs 12 1/4 pounds. Has he gained 6 pounds?​

Answer 1

No.

Explanation:

5 7/8 + 6 = 11 7/8

I mean, if you have a smart alicy teacher, then yes, he has technically gained 6 pounds in his life, probably, but the simple answer to the question is no.