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A lumber yard has five different lengths of 2 by 4 boards. Based on cost per linear foot, which is the best deal available on 2 by 4 boards at this lumber yard?

2 × 4 BOARD PRICES
8 foot board for $2.95
10 foot board for $3.15
12 foot board for $4.10
16 foot board for $5.80
20 foot board for $6.95

A) 8 foot board for $2.97
B) 10 foot board for $3.25
C) 12 foot board for $4.10
D) 16 foot board for $5.80

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Answer:

B) 10 foot board for $3.25

Explanation:

User Edel
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The Answer is B.

2.97/8= .371

3.25/10= .325

4.10/12= .342

5.80/16= .366

This means you can get 1 board for $0.325 when buying 10 boards.

User Igor Okorokov
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