How to Convert From Metric Kgs

Kilograms to Pounds

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  Memorize these conversions or look them up if you can't remember them. 1 kilogram is equal to 2.20462262 pounds.

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  Round that number to 2.20 for easier calculations.

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  Multiply the number of kilograms that you are trying to convert by 2.20 to get the number in pounds. For example if you have 5 kilograms, you multiply 5 by 2.20 and get 11 pounds.

Kilograms to Ounces

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  Memorize these conversions or look them up if you can't remember them. 1 kilogram is equal to 35.2739619 ounces.

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  Round that number to 35.27 for easier calculating.

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  Multiply the number of kilograms that you are trying to convert by 35.27 to get the number in ounces. For example if you have 5 kilograms, you multiply 5 by 35.27 and get 176.35 ounces.