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the price for bulk pretzels is $3 for 4 pounds. how many pounds of pretzels can you buy for a dollar?

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1.33 pounds hope this helps!!
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Answer: 1.33 pounds

Explanation:

Set up a proportion. 3/4 = 1/x. To solve, cross multiply and divide. 1*4 = 4. 4/3 = 1.33.

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