3 tons of compost cost $3,600.00. What is the price per pound?

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    math_celebrity Administrator Staff Member

    3 tons of compost cost $3,600.00. What is the price per pound?

    1 ton = 2000 pounds, so 3 tons is:
    3 * 2000 = 6000 pounds

    Price per pound = Cost / Total pounds
    Price per pound = 3600 / 6000
    Price per pound = $0.60 per pound
     

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