Question

Write a function rule that gives the total cost c(p) of p pounds of sugar if each pound costs $.59.

Answer 1

The total cost, c(p), to purchase sugar is equal to the product of the pound cost equal to $0.59 and the number of pounds of sugar, p. Thus, the answer to this item is C(p)=0.59p

Explanation:

Answer 2

The total cost, c(p), to purchase sugar is equal to the product of the pound cost equal to $0.59 and the number of pounds of sugar, p. Thus, the answer to this item is,
c(p) = ($0.59)p