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An object that weighs exactly 1pound is placed on a digital scalethat measures weight in ounces. Ifthe scale is accurate and precise,what weight might be shown on thescale?

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If it weighs exactly 1 pounds, then when placed on a scale that measures weight in ounces, it will weigh 166 ounces

The weight that might be shown on the scale is 16 ounces

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