Better Buy!

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities where one of the quantities is expressed as a single unit. For example, if 8 apples cost $5.20, the unit rate is the cost per apple.

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How do you calculate the price per ounce?

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To calculate the price per ounce, divide the total price by the number of ounces. For example, if a 15 oz box costs $5.85, the price per ounce is $5.85 ÷ 15.

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What does 'better buy' mean?

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'Better buy' refers to the option that offers more value for the price, often determined by comparing unit prices or total costs.

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If 15 kg of tomatoes cost $32.25, what is the cost per kg?

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The cost per kg is $32.25 ÷ 15 kg = $2.15 per kg.

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If 4 kg of tomatoes cost $8.72, what is the cost per kg?

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The cost per kg is $8.72 ÷ 4 kg = $2.18 per kg.

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Which is a better buy: 20 fl. oz. for $1.80 or 35 fl. oz. for $3.50?

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20 fl. oz. for $1.80 is a better buy because it has a lower price per ounce.

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How do you determine which option is a better buy?

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To determine the better buy, calculate the unit price for each option and compare them. The option with the lower unit price is the better buy.

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What is the total cost for 8 dozen oranges if each dozen costs $6.52?

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The total cost is 8 dozen × $6.52 = $52.16.

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If 5 dozen oranges cost $33.77, what is the cost per dozen?

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The cost per dozen is $33.77 ÷ 5 = $6.75.

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What is the price per ounce for 11 oz of cereal costing $4.75?

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The price per ounce is $4.75 ÷ 11 oz = $0.43 per ounce.