Question

8. The cost of 2 pounds of coffee is $17.95. To

the nearest dollar, what is the cost of 5 pounds
of coffee?

Answer 1

$45

Explanation:

Find the cost of 1 pound of coffee. Divide $17.95 with 2

17.95/2 = 8.975

Multiply with 5 lbs.

8.975 x 5 = 44.875

Round to the nearest dollar. Note the tenth place value. It is an 8. Because 8 is greater than 5, you would round up:

44.875 rounded to the nearest dollar is $45.

$45 is your answer.

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