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6. A grocery store sells bags of oranges in two different sizes. The 3-pound bags of oranges cost $4. The 8-pound bags of oranges for $9. Which oranges cost less per pound? Explain or show your reasoning.
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6. A grocery store sells bags of oranges in two different sizes.

The 3-pound bags of oranges cost $4.
The 8-pound bags of oranges for $9.
Which oranges cost less per pound? Explain or show your reasoning.
(From Unit 2, Lesson 10.).

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The 8 pound bag of oranges cost less.
Explanation:
4/3= 1.33 pounds per bag
9/8 = 1.125 pounds per bag
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