Question

What was the weight of the heaviest fish among the top 5 fish at the fishing tournament?

Where the average weight of these fish was 13.6 pounds, and the known weights are as follows:
1) Carla P - 15.1 pounds
2) Deb N -14.9 pounds
3) Vincente R - 12.5 pounds
4) Armin G - 10.4 pounds

A) 15.1 lb
B) 14.9 lb
C) 12.5 lb
D) 10.4 lb

Answer 1

The weight of the heaviest fish among the top 5 at the fishing tournament is 15.1 pounds.

Step-by-step explanation:

To find the weight of the heaviest fish among the top 5 at the fishing tournament, we need to compare the known weights. The average weight of the fish is 13.6 pounds.

Given weights:

1. Carla P - 15.1 pounds
2. Deb N - 14.9 pounds
3. Vincente R - 12.5 pounds
4. Armin G - 10.4 pounds

The heaviest fish among these is Carla P with a weight of 15.1 pounds (Option A).