Question

An online store charges a few of $4.50 for shipping. There is an additional charge of $0.50 for each pound the item weighs. How much does the store charge to ship a hammock that weighs 10.54 pounds?

Answer 1

The store charges $9.77 to ship a hammock that weighs 10.54 pounds.

Explanation:

4.50 (shipping cost)

0.50 (per 1 pound)

w = weight in pounds

w=10.54

4.50+0.50w= total cost

sub in 10.54 for w

remember order of operations (PEMDAS)

4.50 + 0.50 (10.54) = 4.50 + 5.27 = 9.77

The store charges $9.77 to ship a hammock that weighs 10.54 pounds.