Q. 2 tons of topsoil costs $2,600.00. What is the price per pound?$_____
Identify pounds in 1 ton: Identify the number of pounds in 1 ton. 1 ton =2,000 pounds
Calculate total pounds in 2 tons: Calculate the total number of pounds in 2 tons. 2 tons = 2×2,000 pounds = 4,000 pounds
Find price per pound: We have:Cost of 2 tons of topsoil: $2,600.00Total weight in pounds: 4,000 poundsFind the price per pound.Price per pound = $2,600.00/4,000 pounds
Perform division: Perform the division to find the price per pound. Price per pound = $2,600.00/4,000=$0.65
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