Problem:
A sign at the fish market says, " off, today only: half-pound packages for just per package." What is the regular price for a full pound of fish, in dollars?
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Solution:
A half-pound package costs at the sale price, so it would cost at the regular price. A whole pound would cost at the regular price.
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