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Final answer:
To find the number of 2-oz servings from a 10 lb crate of bananas with a 2 lb 4 oz trim loss. The weight is converted to ounces, trim loss subtracted, and the result divided by the serving size to find 62 servings, which does not match the provided options. The correct option is B
Explanation:
The student's question is about calculating the number of 2-oz servings of bananas that can be obtained from a crate weighing 10 pounds after accounting for a trim loss of 2 pounds and 4 ounces. First, convert all weights to ounces because the servings are measured in ounces.
There are 16 ounces in 1 pound, so the crate's weight in ounces is 10 lb × 16 oz/lb = 160 oz. The trim loss in ounces is 2 lb × 16 oz/lb + 4 oz = 36 oz. Subtract the trim loss from the total weight to find the usable amount of bananas, which is 160 oz - 36 oz = 124 oz.
Now, divide the usable amount by the serving size to find the number of servings. Since each serving is 2 oz, the number of servings is 124 oz ÷ 2 oz/serving = 62 servings. However, among the given options, this number does not appear. It seems there is a discrepancy, so refuse to answer with an option and instead provide the correct calculation.
