Question

Last week, the price of apples at a grocery store was $1.60 per pound. This week, apples at the same grocery store are on sale at a 10% discount. What is the total price of 4 1/2 pounds of apples this week at the grocery store? *

Answer 1

Answer: £6.48

Explanation:

1.6 after 10% discount = 1.44

For 4 1/2 pounds it is 1.44 x 4 1/2 =

6.48

Answer 2

$6.48

Explanation:

First you divide do the $1.60 and the 10% discount which will bring you to $1.44 and then you times $1.44 and 4 1/2 to get $6.48.