Question

If a pound of coffee costs $12, how many ounces can be bought for $1

Answer 1

192

Explanation:

1 Pound = 16 Ounces

So 16 (ounces) x 12 (dollars) = 192 (ounces)

16 x 12 = 192

Answer 2

1 1/3 ounces

Explanation:

The weight you can purchase is proportional to the amount you want to spend. There are 16 ounces in a pound.

Proportion

Where x is the quantity you can buy with $1, the proportion is ...

(16 oz)/($12) = x/$1

4/3 oz = x . . . . . . . . . multiply by $1. The amount you can buy with $1.

1 1/3 ounces can be bought with $1.