Solve the problem.
-To raise money, the local YMCA bought 150 kg of taffy for $319.50. They sold the taffy in 500 g Bags for $3.60 each. How much profit did they make?
A) $380.25
B) $540.00
C) $760.50
D) $2535.00

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First, calculate the cost per kg of taffy: $319.50 / 150 kg = $2.13 per kg. Then, find out how many 500g (or 0.5 kg) bags can be made: 150 kg / 0.5 kg = 300 bags. The revenue from selling these bags is 300 bags * $3.60 = $1080. The cost of the taffy is $319.50, so the profit is $1080 - $319.50 = $760.50.

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