Answer:
The correct option for the answer is C.) $3.29 / $2.96
Step-by-step explanation:
i) national average for a gallon of gas = $2.74
ii) for transportation New York is 1.2 times the National average
therefore one gallon of gas in New York will cost = 1.2 $2.74 = $3.29
iii)for transportation Los Angeles is 1.08 times the National average
therefore one gallon of gas in New York will cost = 1.08 $2.74 = $2.96
Therefore you should expect to pay for gas in New York versus Los Angeles C.) $3.29 / $2.96
