Question

Lorenzo has a package that weighs 2 pounds.
He wants to check the weight of the package on a scale, but he only has weights that are measured in ounces.
Drag the weights into the box that will balance the scale. Each weight can be used once or not at all.

Answer 1

1 pound = 16 ounces

2 pounds = 32 ounces

4 + 12 + 16 = 32

Use the 4, 12 and 16 ounce weights.

Answer 2

Answer:

Solution given:

1 pound = 16 ounces

2 pounds = 32 ounces

we have 32=4×12×16

so

the 4, 12 and 16 are ounce weights.