Question

The sign in the hotel elevator reads, "Maximum weight 1200 lbs". Suzanne weighs 60

pounds, her dad is three times her weight and her mom is twice her weight. Her sister
is 40 pounds heavier than Suzanne while her brother is 90 pounds heavier than
Suzanne. Should they all ride the elevator at the same time? Explain your answer.

Answer 1

Should Suzanne's family ride the elevator together?

Yes her family only weighs 610Ibs altogether.

Explanation:

60×3=180 Dad. 180. 1200

60×2=120 Mother. +120 -610

60+40=100 Sister. +100. =590

60+90=150 Brother. +150

60 Herself. +60

=610