Question

If apples cost $3.50 per pound how much would 2 1/4 pounds cost?

Answer 1

the answer should be 7.87

Answer 2

One pound = $3.50

You are solving for 2 1/4 (or 2.25)

Multiply the two numbers

2.25 x 3.50 = 7.875

2 1/4 pounds cost $7.875 or ~$7.88

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