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Adam has a new baby sister. She weighs 8 and 1 /2 pounds. How many ounces does she weigh?

User Irwene
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Answer:

136 ounces

Explanation:

Note:

The Formula of Pounds to Ounces is Multiply the mass value by 16

Solutions:

Let first start with 8 pounds

8 x 16= 128

Then 1/2 turn into a decimal is (0.5).

So, 0.5 x 16 =8


Lastly 128+8=136

Hence, Adam new baby sister weigh 136 ounces.

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