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A retailer charges a flat handling fee of $5.00, plus $0.75 per quarter pound, to ship an item. Bailey pays $9.50 to have an item shipped from the retailer. What is the weight of the item? A- 1.50 pounds B- 1.75 pounds C- 3.75 pounds D- 6.00 pounds

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Answer:

A - 1.50 pounds

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Answer:

D. 6 pounds

Explanation:

$9.50-$5.00=$4.50; $4.50/$0.75= 6 pounds

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