Question

When Ryan was born, he weighed 7 pounds.At 6 months, he weighed 11.2 pounds. Amanda weighed 6 pounds when she was born, and 12.9 pounds at 6 months. Which baby had a greater percent increase in weight? Explain.

Answer 1

Amanda had greater percent increase by weight.

Explanation:

When Ryan was born, he weighed 7 pounds. At 6 months, he weighed 11.2 pounds. Amanda weighed 6 pounds when she was born, and 12.9 pounds at 6 months. Which baby had a greater percent increase in weight? Explain.

Answer 2

Amanda.

Explanation:

Ryan was 7 pound and gained 4.2 pounds which is only around a 60% Increase. Amanda on the other hand gained 6.9 pounds which is around a 110% Increase.