How much does 1 ton weigh in pounds?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the conversion of 1 ton into pounds, which involves using a known conversion factor to determine the equivalent weight in pounds.
Answer
2,000 pounds
The final answer is 2,000 pounds.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is 2,000 pounds.
More Information
A ton is equivalent to 2,000 pounds in the US customary system. This is also known as a short ton to differentiate it from other types like the long ton (2,240 pounds) used in the UK.
Sources
- How Many Pounds in a Ton? A Fascinating Story - PrepScholar Blog - blog.prepscholar.com
- Convert ton to lbs - Unit Converter - unitconverters.net
- How Much is a Ton? - The Calculator Site - thecalculatorsite.com
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