Question

for parts (a) and (b) below, choose the correct description. fill in the blanks as necessary. (a) a local store is selling fresh tuna. the table below shows the price for the amount of tuna. | amount of tuna (in pounds) | 2 | 4 | 8 | | price (in dollars) | 10 | 20 | 40 | choose the correct description. - the price for each pound of tuna is not always the same. - the price for each pound of tuna appears to be the same. predicted amount of tuna that sells for $45: \\(\square\\) pounds

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate unit price for 2 lbs

$\frac{10}{2}=5$ dollars per pound

Step2: Calculate unit price for 4 lbs

$\frac{20}{4}=5$ dollars per pound

Step3: Calculate unit price for 8 lbs

$\frac{40}{8}=5$ dollars per pound

Step4: Find tuna amount for $45

$\frac{45}{5}=9$ pounds

Answer:

The price for each pound of tuna appears to be the same.
Predicted amount of tuna that sells for $45: 9 pounds