Answer: [tex]W=13,874\ \text{Pounds}[/tex]
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
Elevator holds [tex]15,893\ \text{Pounds}[/tex] of merchandise
Now, 3473 Pounds of the box is loaded, and then 5492 Pound of the container is taken off
Net weight held by elevator is
[tex]\Rightarrow W=15,893+3473-5492\\\\\Rightarrow W=13,874\ \text{Pounds}[/tex]