Question

Marry collected 16.2 pounds of cans for the recycling center on Monday. On Tuesday, he collected 11.8 pounds. If the recycling center gives her $0.40 per pound how much money will she earn for both days of recycling?

Answer 1

$11.20

Explanation:

If Mary collected 16.2 lbs on Monday and 11.8 lbs on Tuesday, that would be 16.2+11.8=28 lbs. If she is earning $0.40 PER pound, you have to multiply to get your answer.

28*0.4= $11.20