Question

which type of fruit has a cost of \\$1.20 per pound?

Explanation:

Identify the target rate

We need to find which fruit has a unit rate of \$1.20 per pound.

Calculate the unit rate for each fruit

Using the Ratios and Rates knowledge point:

• Apples:

$$ \frac{\$6}{5\text{ pounds}} = \$1.20\text{ per pound} $$

• Bananas:

$$ \frac{\$4}{5\text{ pounds}} = \$0.80\text{ per pound} $$

• Peaches:

$$ \frac{\$5}{4\text{ pounds}} = \$1.25\text{ per pound} $$

• Kiwis:

$$ \frac{\$9}{6\text{ pounds}} = \$1.50\text{ per pound} $$

Compare and select the matching fruit

The unit rate of \$1.20 per pound matches Apples.

Answer:

Apples