1. The problem asks us to determine which option gives the better value for apples: 2 pounds for 4.30 or 3 pounds for 5.76. 2. To compare, we calculate the price per pound for each option using the formula: $$\text{Price per pound} = \frac{\text{Total price}}{\text{Number of pounds}}$$ 3. Calculate price per pound for 2 pounds at 4.30: $$\frac{4.30}{2} = 2.15$$ 4. Calculate price per pound for 3 pounds at 5.76: $$\frac{5.76}{3} = 1.92$$ 5. Since 1.92 is less than 2.15, the 3 pounds for 5.76 option is the better value. Final answer: The better value is 3 pounds of apples for 5.76.