A decimal point is used when working with dollars, but the decimal point is not necessary when working with cents. For each dollar amount, give the equivalent amount expressed as cents.
$7.70, and $0.62
A) 77, and 62
B) 7.7, and 62
C) 770, and 62
D) 770, and 620
E) 770, and 6.2

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To convert dollars to cents, we simply multiply by 100. Therefore, $7.70 is equivalent to 770 cents, and $0.62 is equivalent to 62 cents. Choice C provides both answers in cents.

A Decimal Point Is Used When Working with Dollars, but the Decimal