. Mark pays $4.68 for 0.72 of a pound of almonds. Based on this cost ratio, which statement

is true?
A. Mark pays a rate of $3.37 per pound of almonds.
B. Mark pays a rate of $3.96 per pound of almonds.
C. Mark pays a rate of $5.40 per pound of almonds.
D. Mark pays a rate of $6.50 per pound of almonds.

The correct answer is D. However, I want to learn how to solve this equation and mainly set up an equation if that is what is needed to solve the problem so I can do it on an exam. Thanks.

9 answers

4.68/0.72 = x/1

Cross multiply and solve for x

0.72x = 4.68

x = 6.50
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The correct answer is D. hope this helps.
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the correct answer is d because you divide the cost (4.68) by the number of pounds (0.72) to get $6.50.

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