Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
Givens
First, we need to transform each mixed number into fractions
[tex]4\frac{1}{2}=\frac{9}{2}\\4\frac{2}{3}=\frac{14}{3}[/tex]
Now, the situation can be expressed as
[tex]L=\frac{14}{3}S[/tex]
Where [tex]L[/tex] is the large puppy and [tex]S[/tex] is the small puppy.
And we know [tex]S=\frac{9}{2}[/tex]
Replacing this value, we have
[tex]L=\frac{14}{3} \times \frac{9}{2}=\frac{126}{6} =21[/tex]
Therefore, the large puppy weighs 21 pounds.