I need help with the following math problem.

A sculptor has a 3lb block of clay. He ads 24 oz. of clay to the block in order to make a sculpture. What is the total weight of the clay before he begins sculpturing?

1 pound = 16 ounces

What do you think is the total weight?

To solve this problem, we need to understand that 1 lb = 16 oz. So, we can convert 3 lb to ounces by multiplying it by 16:

3 lb * 16 oz/lb = 48 oz

Therefore, the original weight of the clay block is 48 oz. Next, we need to add 24 oz to this original weight to find the total weight:

48 oz + 24 oz = 72 oz

The total weight of the clay before the sculptor begins sculpting is 72 oz.