We are asked to convert 144 ounces to pounds.

1. Problem Description

We are asked to convert 144 ounces to pounds.

2. Solution Steps

We know that 1 pound is equal to 16 ounces.

$$1 \text{ pound} = 16 \text{ ounces}$$

To convert ounces to pounds, we need to divide the number of ounces by

1

6. $$\text{Pounds} = \frac{\text{Ounces}}{16}$$

In this case, we have 144 ounces. So, we need to divide 144 by

1

6. $$\text{Pounds} = \frac{144}{16}$$

Now, we perform the division.

$$144 \div 16 = 9$$

Therefore, 144 ounces is equal to 9 pounds.

3. Final Answer

9