Question

The table below shows the cost per pound of different vegetable

What is the estimated cost for 7.8 pounds of potatoes?
$16
$24
$32
$40
please help

Answer 1

32

Explanation:

To get the answer, we need to do an estimated cost. Let's round 3.89 (cost per pound) to 4 and round 7.8 (amount of pounds) to 8. 4x8 is 32, and 32 is an option, so our answer is correct.

Answer 2

$32

Explanation:

To estimate, you first need to round.

7.8 rounded to the nearest whole number is 8.

You then need to find the cost per pound for the potatoes. That is $3.89.

3.89 rounded to the nearest whole number is $4.00.

You then multiply 8 x 4.

8 x 4 = 32.

32 = $32