Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
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For a party of 600 guests, you are garnishing a dessert plate with a sliced strawberry. Strawberries are purchased in flats (12 pints, 1 pound each) for $18.95. Each pound contains 24 strawberries. The yield percent is 91% for strawberries. How much will the strawberries cost for this party?
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