Q. 4 tons of compost cost $9,520.00. What is the price per pound?$_____
Identify pounds in 1 ton: Identify the number of pounds in 1 ton. 1 ton =2,000 pounds
Calculate total pounds in 4 tons: Calculate the total number of pounds in 4 tons. 4 tons = 4×2,000 pounds = 8,000 pounds
Find price per pound: We have:Total cost of compost: $9,520.00Total weight of compost: 8,000 poundsFind the price per pound.Price per pound = 8,000$9,520.00 pounds
Perform division: Perform the division to find the price per pound. Price per pound = $9,520.00/8,000 pounds = $1.19
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