Question

When Violet was born she weighed 54 pounds. At 5 months old she weighed 16.3 pounds.

How much weight did she gain between birth and 5 months old?

Answer 1

37.7 pounds

Explanation:

Simply subtract 54 (starting weight) by 16.3 (weight at 5 months) = the amount of weight she lost.

• 54 - 16.3 = 37.7