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Unit Prices

Question 8 • POP Financial Math 26/27

Given the following information, determine if one of the brands is a better buy.Brand A: 14 ounces for $44.66Brand B: 20 ounces for $63.80

Answer
A
Both brands cost the same per ounce.
B
Brand A is the better buy.
C
Brand B is the better buy.
D
There is not enough information provided to determine the better buy.

Explanation

Compare the cost per ounce for each brand. Brand A costs $44.66 ÷ 14 = $3.19 per ounce, and Brand B costs $63.80 ÷ 20 = $3.19 per ounce. Since both have the same unit price, neither is a better buy; both brands cost the same per ounce.

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