Mrs. Jones bought 3 1/2 pounds of ajita meat at $2.50 per pound, 1 3/4 pounds of pinto beans and a package of tortillas for $2.23. She gave the cashier 20.00. What other information is needed to find the correct change Mrs.Jones will receive?

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Mrs. Jones bought 3 1/2 pounds of ajita meat at $2.50 per pound, 1 3/4 pounds of pinto beans and a package of tortillas for $2.23. She gave the cashier 20.00. What other information is needed to find the correct change Mrs.Jones will  receive?

Ms. Sue · Answer

We need to know the price of the beans.

Danny · Answer

how can I show my work?

Ms. Sue · Answer

I think you should answer the question in a sentence.

Danny · Answer

couldn't I write a expression?

Ms. Sue · Answer

The question doesn't ask for an expression.