SOLUTION: Amy bought 17 pounds of flour for $9. How many dollars did she pay per pounds of flour?

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Question 1152539: Amy bought 17 pounds of flour for $9. How many dollars did she pay per pounds of flour?
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Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
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9 dollars for 17 pounds

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Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Amy bought 17 pounds of flour for $9. How many dollars did she pay per pounds of flour?
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To find $/pound, divide the $ by the pounds.
Is that not obvious?