A chef bought a 300 lb side of beef for $1.25 per lb. After he trimmed and cut it into serving-sized portions, he had 225 lbs left. His actual price per pound is now __________.
A) $1.33
B) $1.67
C) $2.40
D) $2.81

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The total cost of the beef is 300 lbs * $1.25/lb = $375. After trimming, he has 225 lbs left. The actual price per pound is $375 / 225 lbs = $1.67.

A Chef Bought a 300 Lb Side of Beef for $1.25