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If rib eye steak costs $8.99 per pound. how much more does 5 3/4 pounds cost than 4 2/5 pounds

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The difference in weight
=5 3/4 - 4 2/5
=23/4-22/5
=(23*5-22*4)/20
=27/20 lbs
So difference in cost
=27/20*$8.99
=$12.14
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