Question

Mr. Hann is trying to decide how many new copies of a book to order for his students. Each book weighs 6 ounces.

Which ordered pair is a viable solution if x represents the number of books he orders and y represents the total weight of the books, in ounces?

(–3, –18)
(–0.5, –3)
(0, 0)
(0.5, 3)

Answer 1

0,0

Explanation:

Answer 2

(0.5, 3)

Explanation:

(x, y), so x=0.5books

and y= 0.5books * 6ounces per book = 3 ounces

so x= 0.5 and

y= 3

the correct ordered pair is (0.5, 3)