Question

From 1960 to 1970, the consumer price index (CPI) increased from 29.6 to 48.2. If a dozen donuts cost $0.89 in 1960 and the price of donuts increased at the same rate as the CPI from 1960 to 1970, approximately how much did a dozen donuts cost in 1970?

Answer 1

A. $1.63
B. $1.49
C. $1.45
D. $1.79

Answer 2

x / 0.89 = 48.2 / 29.6

Solve for x.

Answer 3

still dnt get it

Answer 4

x = (0.89)(48.2)/29.6 = $1.45

Answer 5

ooo i see thankss

Answer 6

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