Problem: A backyard swimming pool holds 180 cubic yards (yd3 ) of water.What is the weight of the water in pounds?

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Assuming the density of water is 1 g / mL

1 lb = 454 g

1 m = 1.094 yards

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A backyard swimming pool holds 180 cubic yards (yd3 ) of water.

What is the weight of the water in pounds?

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