Which of the following is the equivalence in pounds for 65 kg

Which of the following is the equivalence in pounds for 65 kg? (2.2 lb=1 kg)

A.
52.2 lb

B.
22.7 lb

C.
143 lb

D.
220 lb

To convert 65 kg to pounds using the conversion factor 2.2 lb=1 kg2.2 \, \text{lb} = 1 \, \text{kg}2.2lb=1kg, follow these steps:

1. Use the conversion factor:Weight in pounds=Weight in kg×Conversion factor\text{Weight in pounds} = \text{Weight in kg} \times \text{Conversion factor}Weight in pounds=Weight in kg×Conversion factor Weight in pounds=65 kg×2.2 lb/kg\text{Weight in pounds} = 65 \, \text{kg} \times 2.2 \, \text{lb/kg}Weight in pounds=65kg×2.2lb/kg
2. Perform the multiplication:Weight in pounds=65×2.2=143\text{Weight in pounds} = 65 \times 2.2 = 143Weight in pounds=65×2.2=143

So, 65 kg is equivalent to 143 pounds.

The correct answer is:

C. 143 lb