Question

If four pounds of jelly beans costs $6.82, how much would 2 Ibs cost?

Answer 1

Four pounds of jelly beans: $6.82

First, calculate the cost of 1 lb by dividing the price by the number of pounds:

6.82 / 4 = $1.705 per pound

Now, multiply by 2:

1.705 x 2 = $3.41