Answer:
Explanation:
The standard conversion factor for pounds and kg is 2.20462 pounds make 1 kg
This is a proportion question. A proportion consists of 2 equal ratios. If 3 of the 4 parts are known, the 4th part can be found.
Givens
1 kg = 2.20462 pounds (that's 2 of the 4 parts)
32kg = x 32 kg is our 3rd part.
Solution
1/32 = 2.20462/x Cross Multiply
x = 32*2.20462
x = 70.55 pounds rounded to the nearest hundredth
