How many cans weighing 19 oz are in a case if the case weighs 20 lb 3 oz?

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Answer 1

Hello LaSheca,

First, you will want to convert your case weight into ounces. Now, according to the problem the case weighs 20 pounds and 3 ounces, right? 

Since your question is asking how many cans (weighing 19 ounces each) are in that case, you must find the total number of ounces that the case weighs. 

There are 16 ounces to 1 pound, correct? 

That means the total weight of the case - in ounces  - is 20(16) + 3  where 20 is pounds, 16 is the number of ounces in each pound, and 3 is the additional 3 ounces spoken of in the problem. Does this make sense? 

So, when multiplied, you arrive at 320 + 3 = 323 ounces  This is the total weight of the case in ounces. 

Now, you are asked how many cans which weigh 19 ounces are in that case. Since you have ounces to ounces, all you need do now is divide. 

When you divide the 323 ounces by 19 ounces you arrive at 17.

Therefore, your answer is 17 cans. 


I hope this helps. I wish you a great day at school. Please leave any further questions in the comment section.