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A convenience store sells 1/3 pound of one brand of trail mix for $1.50 and 1/2 $2.15. Witch brand has lower price per pound?

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Answer:

1/2 pound brand has a lower price

Explanation:

convert both to having 6 for denominator

2/6 and 3/6 if you buy a whole pound the 1/3 is going to cost $4.50 and the 1/2 is going to cost $4.30

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