Math Problem Statement
The cost of oranges was $0.95 a pound. Henry bought 2.4 pounds. Find the amount he paid.
Solution
To find the total amount Henry paid for the oranges, you can multiply the cost per pound by the number of pounds he bought:
Substituting the given values:
Thus, Henry paid $2.28 for the oranges.
Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions you might find interesting:
- If Henry had bought 3 pounds instead, how much would he have paid?
- What would the total cost be if the price of oranges increased to $1.10 per pound?
- How much would Henry pay for 1.5 pounds of oranges at the original price?
- If Henry received a discount of 10% on his purchase, how much would he save?
- How does the cost of oranges compare to the cost of apples if apples are $1.20 per pound?
Tip: When calculating costs, always ensure to check if the units match (e.g., pounds with dollars per pound).
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Arithmetic
Multiplication
Unit Cost
Formulas
Total Cost = Cost per pound × Number of pounds
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 5-6