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The weight of a newborn

baby is tracked every few
hours. He gained 2 oz., lost
6 oz., lost 3 oz. and gained
5 oz. What was the total
change in the weight of the
newborn?

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Answer:

The baby lost 2 oz.

Explanation:

Since he was just born he couldn't have gained or lose weight so the weight he gained is zero

0 + 2 = 2 (Gain of 2 oz)

2 - 6 = -4 (Loss of 4 oz)

-4 - 3 = -7 (Loss of 7 oz)

-7 + 5 = -2 (Loss of 2 oz)

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