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A box of nails weighs 1-5/6 pounds. What is the weight of 12 boxes?

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for finding the weight of 12 boxes multiply 12 with the weight of first box and then you will get your answer. Tell me the answer which you found and if it will be correct I will say ok if not I will give you the correct answer

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Answer: 2 pounds

Step-by-step explanation:

One box = 1 - 5/6 = 1/6 pounds

12 boxes = 1/6 x 12 = 12/6 = 2 pounds
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