Question

Multiplying decimals again, help me!

Answer 1

3.6 pounds of green apples

Explanation:

Red: 1.5 lbs

Yellow: 0.75 lbs

Green: 1.6 x (1.5 + 0.75)

1.6 x (1.5 + 0.75) -----> parenthesis first

1.6 x 2.25 ---> now multiply

3.6 lbs

Answer 2

3.6 pounds of green apples

Explanation:

Red: 1.5 lbs

Yellow: 0.75 lbs

Green: 1.6 x (1.5 + 0.75)

1.6 x (1.5 + 0.75) -----> parenthesis first

1.6 x 2.25 ---> now multiply

3.6 lbs