Question

Select the equation that most accurately depicts the word problem.

A 3-pound tub of butter at n dollars per pound costs $3.85.

3n = 3.85
3 - n = 3.85
3 + n = 3.85
3/n = 3.85

Answer 1

A is the correct answer.
3n=3.85

Answer 2

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

The cost of each pound is given as  = n

This means that for every pound we will pay n.

In total we have 3 pounds.

There are 3 pounds that we are seeking to purchase.

The total cost in terms of n is given as follows  :

= 3n

So for the 3 pounds we will pay 3n.

According to the information given in the question :

The three pounds cost $3.85

We equate the two since they are equal.

Therefore :

3n = $ 3.85

This is the equation that most accurately represents the information above.