How to solve this equation -5 (3s-9)=23 i have to round this answer to the hundredths

The cost of turkey is directly proportional to its weight. if a 12-pount turkey costs $27, how much does a 16-pound turkey cost? a. $33.75 b. $36.00 c. $31.00 d. $32.50

Tom can paint the fence in 12 hours, but if he works together with a friend they can finish the job in 8 hours. how long would it take for his friend to paint this fence alone?

Express -5 2/5 as an improper fraction.