Question

To grow grass in Mel Smith's yard, a landscaper estimates he'll need 55 pounds of grass seed. Each pound will cost Mel $1.83. The landscaper will also charge Mel six hours of labor at $12.50 per hour. If Mel pays early, he'll be entitled to a cash discount of $3.50. Assuming Mel takes advantage of the discount, how much does he pay the landscaper?

Answer 1

Answer: $ 172.15

Step-by-step explanation:

First we calculate the cost of the seeds:

 55 pounds of grass seeds.

 Each pound will cost Mel $ 1.83

$55 * 1.83 = \ 100.65$

Now we calculate the cost of working hours

The landscaper will charge Mel 6 hours of work at $ 12.50 per hour

$12.50 * 6 = \ 75$

We know they offer a discount of $ 3.50.

So the total expense is:

$\ 100.65 + \ 75 - \ 3.50 = \ \ 172.15$

Answer 2

Answer:

$172.15

Step-by-step explanation:

From the question the weight of estimated grass seed required is 55 pounds.

The cost of each pound is $1.83

This implies that, the cost of 55 pounds

$= 1.83 \times55$

$= \ 100.65$

The landscaper charges Mel $12.50 per hour.

So, the cost of the man working for six hours

$=12.50 \times6$

$= \ 75.00$

Assuming Mel takes advantage of discount, then his cost reduces by $3.50.

The amount he pays to the landscaper

$= (100.65 + 75.00) -3.50.$

$=\ 172.15$