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A 5.5oz of olives sells for 1.89. At this rate how much should an 8oz can cost​

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Answer:

The answer is: $2.75 for an 8oz can of Olives.

Explanation:

First, calculate the cost per ounce:

$1.89 / 5.5oz = .3436 cents per ounce.

Multiply the cost per ounce by 8oz to get the total:

8oz * .3436 = $2.7488 rounded up to $2.75 per 8oz can.

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