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Mr. Claussen needs a total of 15 pounds of ground beef to make hamburgers for a company picnic. He finds that 2 pounds of ground beef cost $4.40. At this rate, how much should Mr. Claussen plan on spending for the 15 pounds of ground beef? ....The answer : $33.00

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Answer: $33.00

Explanation:

Given

Mr. Claussen needs 15 Pounds of ground beef

It is stated that 2 pounds of beef cost $4.40

Using unitary method

1 Pound cost
(4.4)/(2)=\$2.2

For 15 pounds it is


\Rightarrow 15* 2.2=\$33

Thus, he has to spend $33 for 15 pound meat

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