Jennifer has built a shelf which can safely support 16.40 pounds. If there are 2.20462 pounds in a kilogram, how many kilograms can Jennifer’s shelf support?
Answer
A
7.44 kg
B
13.44 kg
C
32.42 kg
D
36.16 kg
Explanation
To convert pounds to kilograms, divide by 2.20462: 16.40 ÷ 2.20462 ≈ 7.44. Jennifer’s shelf can safely support about 7.44 kilograms, which is choice a.
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