Question

One kilogram equals 2.2 pounds. If a paitent weighs 79.5kg, his weight is what in pounds?

Answer 1

174.9 pounds

Explanation:

Create a proportion where x is his weight in pounds:

`(1)/(2.2)` =
`(79.5)/(x)`

Cross multiply:

x = 79.5(2.2)

x = 174.9

So, his weight in pounds is 174.9 pounds

Answer 2

174.9

Explanation:

since 1 kg is 2.2 lbs

79.5 times 2.2

they weight 174.9 lbs