Sore ABC sells 8 lbs of oranges for $6.00. Store XYZ sells 14lbs of oranges for $11.20. Which store is less expensive and by how much per pound?

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Tatum Francis

12 October, 05:11

Sore ABC sells 8 lbs of oranges for $6.00. Store XYZ sells 14lbs of oranges for $11.20. Which store is less expensive and by how much per pound?

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Anna Daniels · Answer 1

Store ABC is less expensive by $0.05 per pound

Step-by-step explanation:

Find the cost per pound for each store.

1. Store ABC - divide $6 by 8lbs =.75 per pound

2. Store XYZ - divide $11.20 by 14 lbs =.80 per pound

Find the difference.

.80 -.75 =.05