Question

which is more, 16,000 pounds or 8 tons?
16,000 pounds
8 tons
neither; they are equal

Explanation:

Step1: Recall ton-pound conversion

1 ton = 2000 pounds

Step2: Convert 8 tons to pounds

$8 \times 2000 = 16000$ pounds

Step3: Compare the two values

16,000 pounds = 16,000 pounds

Answer:

neither; they are equal