Question

If 5 pounds of potatoes cost $3.75. How much do 12 pounds of potatoes cost?

Answer 1

5 pounds= 3.75

12 pounds= x

5x= 12*3.75

5x=45

12 pounds costs $9

Answer 2

1 pound equals $0.75 so if you times 0.75 by 12 you’ll get $9