Question

If 3 pounds of apples cost $0.90 how much will 10 pounds cost ratios

Answer 1

3p of apples.....0.9 $
10p...................x$
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3/10=0.9/x
10*0.9=3x
9=3x
x=9:3
x= 3$

Answer 2

3 pounds : $0.90

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Divide by 3 :
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1 pound : $0.30

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Multiply by 10
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10 pounds : $3.00


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Answer: 10 pounds will cost $3.00
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