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23 April, 08:44

Michael purchased 5 1/5 kilograms of sugar and then decided to purchase another 3 1/2 kilograms of the sugar. How many pounds did Michael purchase altogether? Assume 1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds. Enter your answer, as a decimal, in the box.

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  1. 23 April, 09:36
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    First, let's calculate the total kilograms (kg) of sugar, then we'll convert it to pounds (lb).

    5 1/5 kg + 3 1/2 kg = 26/5 kg + 7/2 kg

    get a common denominator:

    52/10 kg + 35/10 kg = 87/10 kg = 8 7/10 kg

    convert to decimal: 8.7 kg

    8.7kg/1 * 2.2lb/1kg = 19.14 lb
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