Question

If one kg of sugar costs Rupees 40, how much does 12 pounds of sugar cost in dollars?

Answer 1

Answer:

one pound=0.45kg

then for 12pounds=12*0.45

=5.40kg

cost=40*5.40

=216(approx)

Answer 2

Answer:

2.89 dollars

Explanation:

Cost of 1 kg sugar = Rs.40

1 kg = 2.2 pounds

=> Cost of 2.2 pounds = Rs.40

Cost of 1 pound = Rs.(40/2.2) = Rs.18.18

Cost of 12 pounds = Rs.(18.18 × 12) = Rs.218.16

Rs.218.16 = $2.89