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)Listen Practice Question #3. [This is an example of converting between metric and imperial measurement units] We are using the metric system in this scenario,

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)Listen Practice Question #3. [This is an example of converting between metric and imperial measurement units] We are using the metric system in this scenario, and the word "tonne" means "metric ton" or (1,000 kg). But our original price quote for a costly material was given to us in imperial units at $52110 excluding tax for 8.8 tons (2,000 pounds in a ton). We are going to use the cost per ton from our quote, but we want to now place a larger order than the amount on the quote, and this larger amount will be in tonnes (metric). What is the price of this new larger order of 19.3 tonnes with a 6% tax added on to it. Note, we've negotiated a 16.1% discount for any amount over 25.2 tonnes for any single order we make but the discount doesn't apply to the amount less than 25.2 tonnes in the specific order, only to the amount over this. Also note, 0.453592 kg equals one lb. This question typically requires you to write down all your detailed calculations. It also requires you to pay attention to details as a ton is different than a tonne. Hint, did you get your conversion correct to go from a cost per ton to a cost per tonne? And does the order in this question qualify for a discount or not? Lastly, tax would be applied to the material after we deduct any discount first. Your

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