Question

Sandra brought 3 pounds of sweet potatoes for $4.41. What is the cost per pound of the sweet potatoes.

Answer 1

$1.47 per pound of the sweet potatoes

Explanation:

1. Set up a proportion:
   `(3)/(4.41) = (1)/(x)`
2. Cross multiply, then divide: 1 × 4.41 = 4.41, 4.41 ÷ 3 = 1.47

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Answer 2

$1.57

Explanation: