To determine how many pounds correspond to [tex]\( x \)[/tex] kilograms given the conversion rate of 2.2 pounds per kilogram, follow these steps:
1. Understand the conversion rate:
- You know that 1 kilogram is equivalent to 2.2 pounds.
2. Set up the relationship:
- For [tex]\( x \)[/tex] kilograms, the number of pounds can be calculated by multiplying [tex]\( x \)[/tex] by the conversion rate, which is 2.2.
3. Set up the equation:
- To find the weight in pounds for [tex]\( x \)[/tex] kilograms, use the equation:
[tex]\[
\text{pounds} = 2.2 \times x
\][/tex]
4. Write the expression:
- Substituting the value [tex]\( x \)[/tex], the expression becomes:
[tex]\[
2.2x
\][/tex]
So, the number of pounds corresponding to [tex]\( x \)[/tex] kilograms is given by the expression [tex]\( 2.2x \)[/tex].
Therefore, the correct answer from the given options is: [tex]\( 2.2x \)[/tex].
