1
Question
If each stone weighs 2 ounces, then which weight should be kept on the other side of the machine to balance them?
If each stone weighs 2 ounces, then which weight should be kept on the other side of the machine to balance them?
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is B 1 pound
Weight of each stone = 2 ounces
Number of stones = 8
Weight of all stones = 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 16 ounces
We know that 1 pound = 16 ounces
Therefore, we can use a weight of 1 pound to balance the stones accurately.
Weight of each stone = 2 ounces
Number of stones = 8
Weight of all stones = 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 + 2 = 16 ounces
We know that 1 pound = 16 ounces
Therefore, we can use a weight of 1 pound to balance the stones accurately.
Suggest Corrections
0
Similar questions
weighs 2 ounces, then which weight should be kept on the other side of the balance to make both the sides equal?
weighs 1 ounce, how many more such weights should be added to the right side of the balance so there are equal weights on both sides of the machine?
View More
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
