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Define x :
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Let x be the number of pounds needed.
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Find x pound :
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1 pound = $4
x pound = $4x
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Answer : Total cost = $4x
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Additional:
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When x = 9 :
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x pound = $4x
9 pounds = $4(9)
9 pounds = $36
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Answer: 9 pounds = $36
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