Question

Kate wants to buy 2.5 pounds of Peanuts that cost $2.60/lb. and 3 1/2 pounds of M&Ms that cost $8.50 per pound. How much will this mixture cost all together?

Answer 1

The mixture will cost $36.25 all together.

Explanation:

3 1/2 Ib x $8.50= $29.75

2.5 Ib x $2.60= $6.50

29.75 + 6.50 = $36.25

The mixture will cost $36.25 all together.

Answer 2

36.25

Explanation:

multiply 2.5 and 2.6 (6.5)

then multiply 3.5 and 8.5 (29.75)

add them together