Answer:
1250 pounds.
Step-by-step explanation:
The weight of the cargo truck = 8750 pounds
Weight Limit = 5 tons
To determine what weight of cargo can be added, we simply subtract the weight of the cargo truck from the weight limit.
First, we ensure they are both in same metric units.
Now: 1 ton = 2000 pounds
Therefore, 5 tons = 5 X 2000 = 10000 pounds.
Weight of cargo that can be added= Weight Limit-Truck Weight
=10000-8750
=1250 pounds.
