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How did you compute difference of dollar amounts that were not whole numbers?

The cost of 2 pounds of beef is $11.78. It was on sale for $8.99. How much was the savings?
Select the correct solution from below. Explain below the strategy you used to solve this problem.

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Answer:

$2.79

Explanation:

$11.78

- $8.99

=$2.79

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