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A newborn weighs 8 pounds 5 ounces. There are 453.59 grams per pound. What is the infant's weight in grams?

  • A. 2268 grams
  • B. 3629 grams
  • C. 3770 grams
  • D. 3856 grams
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: To find the infant's weight in grams, first convert 8 pounds to grams by multiplying 8 pounds by 453.59 grams per pound, which equals 3628.72 grams. Then, convert 5 ounces to grams by multiplying 5 ounces by 28.35 grams per ounce, which equals 141.75 grams. Finally, add these two results together: 3628.72 grams + 141.75 grams = 3770 grams. Therefore, the infant's weight is 3770 grams, making choice C the correct answer.