Algebra-1

To solve this problem, we need to determine the number of bags needed for 50 square feet and then calculate the total cost based on the rate of $3.50 per bag.

Find the number of bags needed for 50 square feet:

Given: The gardener uses 5 bags to cover 10 square feet.

To find out how many bags () needed for 50 square feet, we can set up the proportion:

Then solve for :

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