Question

write the conversion.
10,000 lb = ____ t
2000 lb = 1 t

Explanation:

Step1: Recall ton-pound conversion

We know that $1\ \text{T} = 2000\ \text{lb}$

Step2: Set up conversion ratio

The conversion factor is $\frac{1\ \text{T}}{2000\ \text{lb}}$

Step3: Calculate the equivalent tons

Multiply the given pounds by the conversion factor:
$10000\ \text{lb} \times \frac{1\ \text{T}}{2000\ \text{lb}} = \frac{10000}{2000}\ \text{T} = 5\ \text{T}$

Answer:

$5$