Question

franklin weighs 230 lb. he goes on a diet and loses 22 % of his body weight.

how much weight, in ounces, did he lose?

hint: 1 lb = 16 oz

a 799.6 oz

b 804.6 oz

c 809.6 oz

d 814.6 oz

Explanation:

Calculate the weight lost in pounds

Using the Percentage Calculation knowledge point

$$ \text{Weight lost in lb} = 230 \times 0.22 = 50.6\text{ lb} $$

Convert the lost weight to ounces

Using the Unit Conversion knowledge point

$$ \text{Weight lost in oz} = 50.6\text{ lb} \times 16\text{ oz/lb} = 809.6\text{ oz} $$

Answer:

• (A) 799.6 oz
• (B) 804.6 oz
• (C) 809.6 oz (Correct answer)
• (D) 814.6 oz