if the exchange rate is .60 british pounds = $1, a bottle of ale that costs 3 pounds costs $1.80. $4.80. $5…

if the exchange rate is .60 british pounds = $1, a bottle of ale that costs 3 pounds costs $1.80. $4.80. $5. none of the above is correct.

if the exchange rate is .60 british pounds = $1, a bottle of ale that costs 3 pounds costs $1.80. $4.80. $5. none of the above is correct.

Answer

Explanation:

Step1: Set up proportion

Let $x$ be the cost in dollars. We have the proportion $\frac{0.6}{1}=\frac{3}{x}$.

Step2: Cross - multiply

$0.6x = 3\times1$.

Step3: Solve for $x$

$x=\frac{3}{0.6}=5$.

Answer:

C. $5