He bought 5*4=<<5*4=20>>20 pounds of beef

So he paid 20*5.5=$<<20*5.5=110>>110

# Answer

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James buys 5 packs of beef that are 4 pounds each.  The price of beef is $5.50 per pound.  How much did he pay?
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James buys 5 packs of beef that are 4 pounds each.  The price of beef is $5.50 per pound.  How much did he pay?
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