Q. 5 tons of sand cost $9,700.00. What is the price per pound?$_____
Identify pounds in 1 ton: Identify the number of pounds in 1 ton. 1 ton =2,000 pounds
Calculate total pounds in 5 tons: Calculate the total number of pounds in 5 tons. 5 tons = 5×2,000 pounds = 10,000 pounds
Calculate price per pound: We have:Total cost of sand: $9,700.00Total weight of sand: 10,000 poundsCalculate the price per pound.Price per pound = 10,000$9,700.00 pounds
Perform division for price per pound: Perform the division to find the price per pound.Price per pound = $9,700.00/10,000=$0.97
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