What's the best way to solve this word problem?
I have no idea...that's worded horribly. But I'd say if a collection of 5 cent stamps is worth $4.40, there are 88 5-cent stamps in that collection. Because .05 x 88 = 4.4 Added: ...wait, did you mean a collection of 5 cent and 23 cent stamps? Then you use algebra. Use variables to represent the number of 5 cent and 23 cent stamps. x = number of 5 cent stamps y = number of 23 cent stamps .05x + .23y = 4.4 That equation's ugly. Multiply it all by 100, to make it easier to work with. 5x + 23y = 44...
How many stamps does it take to mail one of those Hallmark song cards?
Generally special cards like those take 2 regular stamps (slightly less than that actually, but that's the easiest way to do it). Just to be sure, you may want to take it to the post office to be weighed....
What stamp?
From America to Serbia and Montenegro: 0-1 ounce: .90 (Use two .41 stamps, and somehow get .8. or put three .41 stamps. Or, put two .39 and .12 in postage, or three .39 stamps) 1-2 Ounces: 1.80 (Use four .41 stamps, and add .16 in postage, or five .41 stamps. Or, put five .39 stamps) 2-3 Ounces: 2.70 (Use eight .41 stamps, or seven .39 stamps. 3+ ounces: Use registered mail. The above prices are for a standard envelope, with no bulky items. If the letter is in a large envelope, square envelope, ...
how to accurately identify u.s. postage stamps?
Without knowing more details, it's kinda hard. Try this site. It might help since you can click on a visual index and it looks like it depends on the color of the stamps, the value is different. I don't really know much about stamps. Hope it helps....
Where can I buy stamps besides the post office?
We need more information to give you a good answer. What country are you in? Do you want the stamps for postage or as a collection. If you are in the US, you can buy stamps for mailing at http://www.usps.com ; if you want to buy stamps to collect, then try finding a dealer or stamp show in your area at - or go to eBay or...