Math, asked by shannonsheehan727, 11 months ago

The double number line shows that 4 lbs of almonds cost $34. Based on the ration shown in the double number line, what is the cost of 5 lbs of almonds.

Answers

Answered by TooFree
46

Given:

4 lbs of almonds cost $34.

To Find:

The cost of 5 lbs of almonds.

Explanation

This question is based on proportional change. The easiest way to solve such question is to use the unitary method. We first find the cost of one unit. Then, to find the cost of any units, we simply multiply the unit cost with the number of units we want.

Solution

Find the cost of 5 lbs of almonds

4 lbs of almonds cost $34.

4 lbs = $34.

1 lb = 34 ÷ 4

1b = $ 8.50

5 lbs = 8.5 x 5

5 lbs = $42.50

Answer: $42.50

Answered by shraddhadhiraj84
12

Answer:

$42.50...........hope it helps u

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