What calculation would solve this story problem?
A woman paid $4.80 for 3/4 of a pound of candy. How much does the candy cost, per pound?
A) (4.80 ÷ 4) × 4
B) 4.80 × 3/4
C) 4.80 ÷ 3/4
D) 4.80 + 0.75

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To find the cost per pound, you divide the total cost by the weight in pounds. Since she paid $4.80 for 3/4 of a pound, you divide $4.80 by 3/4 to find the cost per whole pound.

What Calculation Would Solve This Story Problem