Question

Question 7

Omar is born weighing 8 pounds, 3 ounces. The doctor says he
should gain about 5 ounces each week for the next 4 weeks. How
much should Omar weigh after 4 weeks?
about 6 pounds, 15 ounces
about 8 pounds, 7 ounces
Units of Weight and Mass
1 pound = 16 ounces
1 kilogram= 1,000 grams
7
about 8 pounds, 8 ounces
about 9 pounds, 7 ounces

Answer 1

about 9 pounds, 7 ounces

Explanation:

5 ounces per week

for 4 weeks

= 5 x 4 = 20 ounces gained thought these 4 weeks

Now add

8 Pounds, 3 ounces + 20 ounces = 9 pounds, 7 ounces