Question

Subtract: 5 lb 7 oz − 11 oz =

Answer 1

4 lb 12 oz

Explanation:

1 lb = 16 oz

5 lb 7 oz = 4 lb + (16 + 7) oz

= 4 lb + 23 oz

4lb 23 oz - 11 oz

4 lb 12 oz

Answer 2

Explanation:

Step 1: Convert the pounds to oz

1 pound = 16 oz

5 * 16 = 80 oz

80 oz + 7 oz = 87 oz

Step 2: Subtract

87 oz - 11 oz

76 oz

Answer: 76 oz