An equation which represents the average weight in pounds of an adult male of a given height in inches is w = 4.5h - 142. Predict the weight in pounds of an average male with a height of 6' 3" (75 inches). Round to the nearest pound.
A. 168
B. 182
C. 196
D. 212

Question

An equation which represents the average weight in pounds of an adult male of a given height in inches is w = 4.5h - 142. Predict the weight in pounds of an average male with a height of 6' 3" (75 inches). Round to the nearest pound.
	A.	168
	B.	182
	C.	196
	D.	212

directrix · Answer

Take the equation:

w = 4.5h - 142

and replace h by 75 inches to get an estimate of the man's weight.

w = 4.5h - 142

w = 4.5 * 75  - 142

w = ?

After that, there is the rounding.

@cassiesilva0628

directrix · Answer

In the Google search box, paste this:  4.5 * 75 - 142 =

The Google calculator will pop up with the answer.

anonymous · Answer

C ? @Directrix

directrix · Answer

w = 195.5 which rounds up to 196

I agree with option C.

anonymous · Answer

okay thank you so much

directrix · Answer

You are welcome.

anonymous · Answer

do you have time for some other questions? @Directrix

directrix · Answer

Yes. I see that you have some good helpers already.