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The problem states that a pound of ground beef costs $5. Based on this rate, we need to find the cost of:

**a) 3 pounds of beef:**
- If 1 pound costs $5, then the cost for 3 pounds is:
  \[
  3 \times 5 = 15
  \]
  Therefore, 3 pounds of ground beef costs **$15**.

**b) $ \frac{1}{2} $ pound of beef:**
- If 1 pound costs $5, then $ \frac{1}{2} $ pound would cost half of $5:
  \[
  \frac{1}{2} \times 5 = 2.5
  \]
  So, $ \frac{1}{2} $ pound of ground beef costs **$2.50**.

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Here are 5 related questions for further practice:
1. What is the cost of 5 pounds of ground beef at the same rate?
2. If you buy 10 pounds of beef, how much will you pay?
3. How much would $ \frac{1}{4} $ pound of beef cost?
4. If you only have $20, how many pounds of beef can you purchase?
5. What would the cost of 7 pounds and 3 ounces of ground beef be?

**Tip:** To find the price for a fractional amount of something, multiply the fraction by the unit price.

A pound of ground beef costs $5. At this rate, what is the cost of: a) 3 pounds? b) 1/2 pound?

Learn how to calculate the cost of ground beef given a unit price of $5 per pound. Solve problems involving both whole numbers (3 pounds) and fractions (1/2 pound) to understand basic multiplication and unit pricing concepts. Suitable for students in Grades 4-6.

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