Question

Convert 17,000 lbs into tons.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

1 ton is equal to 2,000 pounds. Therefore, to convert 17,000 pounds into tons, you divide 17,000 by 2,000.

17,000 lbs / 2,000 lbs/ton = 8.5 tons

So, 17,000 pounds is equal to 8.5 tons.