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Laurie needs at least 40 pounds of topsoil for a new flower bed. Each bag of topsoil is 200 ounces. Laurie determines that if she buys 3 bags of topsoil she will have enough for the flower bed. Is Laurie correct? Why or why not?

A.Laurie is not correct because the weight of 1 bag of topsoil is equivalent to only 10 pounds.

B.Laurie is correct because 200 ounces is more than 40 pounds.

C.Laurie is correct because the weight of 3 bags of topsoil is exactly 40 pounds.

D.Laurie is not correct because the weight of 3 bags of topsoil is less than 40 pounds.

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The best answer to go with is b you’re welcome have a great day
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