Question

Apples cost $1.62 per pound, and bananas cost $0.48 per pound. What is the total cost for 2 1/2 pounds of apples and 1 1/3 pounds of bananas?

$3.77

Answer 1

$4.69

Explanation:

$1.62/lb × 2.5 = $4.05

$0.48/lb × 1 1/3 = $0.64

$4.05 + $0.64 = $4.69