Avoirdupois weights: lb to oz
1. Units and Conversion 1.2) Weight 1.2.1) Avoirdupois and SI
1.2.1.1) Avoirdupois only Easy 1
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The weight of a drug excipient shows 44.5 lb. Express it in oz.
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lb equals 712.00 kg
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Answer: 712 oz.
- We know that, in the Avoirdupois measures of weight:
1 pound (lb) = 16 ounces (oz) = 7000 grains (gr)
- Meaning, 1 lb = 16 oz
- Therefore, 44.5 lb = 44.5 × 16 = 712 oz