To find the total weight, we need to consider both the weight of the tablets and the weight of the bottle. Here is the step-by-step solution:
1. Determine the weight of one tablet:
Each tablet weighs \(\frac{1}{4}\) gram.
2. Calculate the total weight of the tablets:
There are 24 tablets. Multiply the number of tablets by the weight of one tablet:
[tex]\[
24 \text{ tablets} \times \frac{1}{4} \text{ gram per tablet} = 24 \times 0.25 = 6 \text{ grams}
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Thus, the total weight of the tablets is 6 grams.
3. Determine the weight of the bottle:
The bottle itself weighs \(112 \frac{1}{2}\) grams. Convert this mixed fraction to an improper fraction or a decimal:
[tex]\[
112 \frac{1}{2} = 112 + 0.5 = 112.5 \text{ grams}
\][/tex]
Hence, the weight of the bottle is 112.5 grams.
4. Calculate the total weight of the bottle and the tablets combined:
Add the total weight of the tablets to the weight of the bottle:
[tex]\[
6 \text{ grams (tablets)} + 112.5 \text{ grams (bottle)} = 6 + 112.5 = 118.5 \text{ grams}
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Therefore, the total weight is 118.5 grams.
