Question

In 30 days I lost 8 and 1/2 pounds how many pounds per week is that on average

Answer 1

Answer:

1.98 pounds

Step-by-step explanation:

One week = 7 days

Set up a ratio.

8.5/30 = x/7

x = 7(8.5)/30 = 1.98 pounds.

Answer 2

If I did the math correctly, around 3.5 pounds per week.