Converting Pounds to Tons

In this video, Mr. J explains how to convert pounds to tons, including cases where the result is not a whole number. He uses an example of 5,385 pounds, demonstrating the division by 2,000 to find the number of tons and the remainder in pounds. The video concludes with a recap of the conversion process, emphasizing the mixed units of tons and pounds.

What is the conversion factor from pounds to tons?

• 1,000 pounds equals 1 ton

• 2,000 pounds equals 1 ton

• 2,500 pounds equals 1 ton

• 1,500 pounds equals 1 ton

How do you start converting 5,385 pounds to tons?

• Add 2,000

• Divide by 2,000

• Subtract 2,000

• Multiply by 2,000

How many whole tons are there in 5,385 pounds?

• 2 tons

• 1 ton

• 4 tons

• 3 tons

What is the remainder when 5,385 pounds is divided by 2,000?

• 1,385 pounds

• 1,500 pounds

• 1,200 pounds

• 1,000 pounds

What does the remainder represent in the conversion process?

• Extra grams

• Extra kilograms

• Extra pounds

• Extra tons

What is the final conversion result of 5,385 pounds?

• 2 tons and 1,200 pounds

• 2 tons and 1,385 pounds

• 2 tons and 1,000 pounds

• 2 tons and 1,500 pounds

What type of units do we end up with after the conversion?

• Mixed units of tons and pounds

• Only pounds

• Only tons

• Mixed units of tons and kilograms

Why is it important to understand the remainder in the conversion?

• To convert the weight to grams

• To find the total weight in kilograms

• To determine the leftover pounds

• To calculate the exact number of tons