Question

Two people can swing on a trapeze at the same time as long as their total weight is less than 500 pounds. Joe weighs 240 pounds and is 6 feet tall. Jake weighs 250 pounds and is 32 years old. Can Joe and Jake swing on the trapeze at the same time?

a) Yes
b) No

Answer 1

Joe and Jake can swing on the trapeze at the same time as their total weight is less than 500 pounds.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order for Joe and Jake to swing on the trapeze at the same time, their total weight must be less than 500 pounds. Joe weighs 240 pounds, and Jake weighs 250 pounds. So, the total weight of Joe and Jake is 240 + 250 = 490 pounds, which is less than 500 pounds. Therefore, Joe and Jake can swing on the trapeze at the same time.