Ounces , Pounds, & Tons Song ★ Customary Units of Measurement
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Sixteen ounces equal one pound, whether on a scale or lifted off the ground, and a ball weighing sixteen ounces bounces like a pound. A ton comprises two thousand pounds, with items like quarters, a mouse, a soda bottle, and a small car driven by a nun weighing about an ounce, a pound, and a ton respectively.
Insights
- The text emphasizes the equivalence in weight measurements, highlighting that sixteen ounces make a pound, and two thousand pounds constitute a ton. This clear breakdown simplifies understanding weight conversions, making it easier to grasp the relationships between different units.
- By providing relatable examples of items weighing an ounce, a pound, and a ton, such as quarters, a mouse, a soda bottle, and a small car, the text offers a practical and tangible way to visualize these weight measurements. This approach enhances comprehension by connecting abstract concepts to everyday objects, aiding in the retention of crucial weight-related information.
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Recent questions
How many ounces are in a pound?
Sixteen ounces are in a pound.
What is the weight of a ton?
A ton weighs two thousand pounds.
What items weigh about an ounce?
Quarters, a mouse, a soda bottle.
How much does a small car weigh?
A small car weighs a ton.
How many pounds make up a ton?
Two thousand pounds make up a ton.
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Weights and Measures in Everyday Life
- Sixteen ounces equal one pound, whether on a scale or lifted off the ground, and a ball weighing sixteen ounces bounces like a pound. Two thousand pounds make a ton, preventing running, but finding a ton of gold would be fun, as a ton equals two thousand pounds. A pound contains sixteen ounces, and a ton comprises two thousand pounds. Items like quarters, a mouse, a soda bottle, and a small car driven by a nun weigh about an ounce, a pound, and a ton respectively.
