Let's Make a Deal: Unit Prices

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What is a unit price?

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A unit price is the cost per single unit of measure, allowing consumers to compare prices of different products based on a common measurement.

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How do you calculate the unit price of an item?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price of the item by the number of units (e.g., ounces, slices) it contains.

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Why is it important to compare unit prices when shopping?

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Comparing unit prices helps consumers determine which product offers the best value for money, regardless of package size or total price.

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What is the unit price of Sargento cheese slices if they cost $2.48 for 10 slices?

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The unit price is $0.248 per slice.

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What is the unit price of Velveeta cheese slices if they cost $3.18 for 12 slices?

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The unit price is $0.265 per slice.

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Which is the better deal: Sargento cheese slices or Velveeta cheese slices?

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Sargento cheese slices are the better deal because they have a lower unit price.

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What is the unit price of Daisy sour cream if it costs $1.49 for 8 oz?

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The unit price is $0.18625 per ounce.

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What is the unit price of Kraft sour cream if it costs $2.55 for 16 oz?

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The unit price is $0.159375 per ounce.

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Which is the better deal: Daisy sour cream or Kraft sour cream?

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Kraft sour cream is the better deal because it has a lower unit price.

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What is the unit price of Goldfish crackers if they cost $1.99 for 7.2 oz?

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The unit price is approximately $0.27639 per ounce.

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