The table shows the price of strawberries this week at The Produce Place.

Weight (lb)

1

2.

3

4

Price (dollars)

2.50

5.00

7.50

10.00

What is the constant of proportionality? Complete the statement.

The constant of proportionality is

The constant of proportionality is 2.50

Step-by-step explanation:

For a weight of 1 lb, the price is $2.50, so the price in dollars is related to the weight in pounds by the constant 2.50.

The constant of proportionality is 2.50 (dollars per pound).