Explain how to use the unit-factor method to convert 120 pounds to kilogramsTo write the unit factors, use the / symbol, like this: 1 gallon/3.79 liters.

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Explanation

We know the following relation between pounds (lbs) and kilograms (kg):

[tex]1\text{ }lb=0.4536\text{ }kg\Rightarrow1=\frac{0.4536\text{ }kg}{1\text{ }lb}.[/tex]

The unit-factor method consists in multiplying the quantity expressed in pounds by the expression above and then cancelling the lb to obtain the result in kg:

[tex]120\text{ }lb\times\frac{0.4536\text{ }kg}{1\text{ }lb}=(120\times0.4536)\times kg=54.432\text{ }kg.[/tex]Answer

120 lb = 54.432 kg