If 9 items cost 72 dollars, what is the cost per item?

**Choice A is the best answer.** Cost per item = 72 / 9 = 8 dollars

**Choice A is the best answer.** Cost per item = 72 / 9 = 8 dollars

Set 1: Ratios Rates Proportions (Beginner)

Explanation

Answer: A

PROBLEM

If 9 items cost $72, what is the cost per item?

✓ Correct

Choice A is the best answer. Cost per item = 72 / 9 = $8

Why others are wrong:

B: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 16 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.