SOLUTION: A pound of candy costs $ 2 2/5. Mary bought 1/3 pounds with $10. How much is the change?
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Question 927099: A pound of candy costs $ 2 2/5. Mary bought 1/3 pounds with $10. How much is the change?
Answer by rfer(16322) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2.40*1/3=2.40/3=0.80
10-0.80=$9.20
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