Question

which is more, 14,002 pounds or 7 tons?
14,002 pounds
7 tons
neither; they are equal

Explanation:

Step1: Convert tons to pounds

1 ton = 2000 pounds, so $7 \times 2000 = 14000$ pounds

Step2: Compare the two values

Compare 14,002 pounds and 14,000 pounds: $14002 > 14000$

Answer:

14,002 pounds