A homeowner would like to spread shredded bark (mulch) over her flowerbeds. She has three flowerbeds measuring 24 ft by 3.1 ft, 16 ft by 4.1 ft, and 31 ft by 1.9 ft. The recommended depth for the mulch is 4 inches, and the shredded bark costs $ 25 per one cubic yard. How much will it cost to cover all of the flowerbeds with shredded bark? (Note:You cannot buy a portion of a cubic yard of mulch. Assume that there are 27 ft3 in a yd3.)

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