short tons to lbs Converter

Formula:

The formula to convert weight from short ton to pounds is:

Weight_(pounds) = Weight_{(short ton)} × 2000

Problem at hand:

We need to convert given weight of 1 short ton to pounds.

Given:

The given weight value is

Weight_{(Short Ton)} = 1

Substitution:

Substitute Weight_{(short ton)} = 1 in the conversion formula.

Weight_(pounds) = Weight_{(short ton)} × 2000

Weight_(pounds) = 1 × 2000

Simplification:

Solving the right-hand side value.

Weight_(Pounds) = 2000

Conclusion:

Therefore, given weight of 1 short ton is equal to 2000 pounds.