A scrap metal buyer pays $3.18 per square foot of steel. a. How much can you earn by selling the steel drum? Round your answer to the nearest dollar.

You can earn about $

b. How much less will you earn if the lid of the drum is missing? Round your answer to the nearest dollar.

You will earn about $
less if the lid is missing.

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