A shopper pays $3.95 for 5 pounds of potatoes. What is the price per pound for potatoes?

A.
$0.79


B.
$1.27


C.
$1.05


D.
$0.40



To find the price per pound of potatoes, we divide the total cost by the number of pounds:

\[
\text{Price per pound} = \frac{3.95}{5} = 0.79
\]

Thus, the price per pound of potatoes is **$0.79**, which corresponds to option **A**.

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Here are 5 related questions for practice:
1. If a shopper buys 10 pounds of potatoes at the same price per pound, how much will it cost?
2. If the price per pound increases to $1.05, how much will 5 pounds of potatoes cost?
3. How many pounds of potatoes can be bought for $7.90 at $0.79 per pound?
4. If the price per pound is reduced by 10%, what will be the new price per pound?
5. How much would 3 pounds of potatoes cost at $0.79 per pound?

**Tip:** Always check units when solving problems involving rates (like cost per pound).

A shopper pays $3.95 for 5 pounds of potatoes. What is the price per pound for potatoes?

A. $0.79
B. $1.27
C. $1.05
D. $0.40

Solve the problem of finding the price per pound of potatoes when a shopper pays $3.95 for 5 pounds. This problem teaches key mathematical concepts such as unit rates and division, making it suitable for students in Grades 5-7.

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