Raphael went to the store and bought 2 1/2 pounds of chicken for $9.00. At this rate, how much would it cost for 1,2, and 3 pounds of chicken?

Question

1 pound of chicken costs $

2 pounds of chicken cost $

3 pounds of chicken cost $

Answer 1

1 pound of chicken costs $3.60 ($9.00 ÷ 2.5 = $3.60)
2 pounds of chicken cost $7.20 ($3.60 x 2 = $7.20)
3 pounds of chicken cost $10.80 ($3.60 x 3 = $10.80)