2. ariana wanted to order candy online. company
a is offering 2-pounds of chocolate for $30.25,
while company b is offering 2-pounds of the
same chocolate for $34.00. which company is
offering the lowest price per pound?

ANSWER:  

Ariana wanted to order candy online. Company A is offering the lowest price per pound.

SOLUTION:

Given, Ariana wanted to order candy online.  

Company A is offering 2-pounds of chocolate for $30.25,  while Company B is offering 2-pounds of the same chocolate for $34.00.  

We need to find which company is offering the lowest price per pound?

Let us find the price per pound for company A first.

Cost for two pounds is $30.25.

Then, cost for one pound =

So, company A is selling one pound of chocolate at the rate of $15.125.

Now, let us find price per pound for company B.

Cost for two pounds is $34.00.

Then, cost for one pound =

So, company B is selling one pound of chocolate at the rate of $17.

Now, compare both the rates. $15.125 < $17

Hence, company A is offering the lowest price per pound.

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