5 Ed has two dogs. The smaller dog weighs \( 8 \frac{1}{3} \) pounds. The larger dog weighs \( 1 \frac{1}{2} \) time as much as the smaller dog. How much do the larger dog weigh?

To determine the weight of the larger dog, follow these steps: 1. **Convert Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions:** - Smaller dog: \( 8 \frac{1}{3} = \frac{25}{3} \) pounds - Multiplier for the larger dog: \( 1 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{2} \) 2. **Calculate the Weight of the Larger Dog:** \[ \text{Larger dog weight} = \frac{3}{2} \times \frac{25}{3} = \frac{75}{6} = \frac{25}{2} = 12 \frac{1}{2} \text{ pounds} \] **Answer:** The larger dog weighs \(12\,\frac{1}{2}\) pounds.