Unit Price and Comparison

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What is a unit price?

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The unit price is the cost per single unit of measure, such as per ounce or per pound, allowing for easy comparison of prices.

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How do you calculate the unit price?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price by the total number of units (e.g., price per ounce = total price / total ounces).

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If Cheerios cost $3.68 for 17 oz, what is the unit price?

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$3.68 / 17 oz = $0.216 per oz.

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If Apple Jacks cost $2.89 for 13 oz, what is the unit price?

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$2.89 / 13 oz = $0.222 per oz.

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Which is the better deal: Cheerios or Apple Jacks?

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Cheerios is the better deal because it has a lower unit price.

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What is the unit price of Oreo cookies that cost $2.98 for 15.5 oz?

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$2.98 / 15.5 oz = $0.192 per oz.

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How do you find the better deal between two products?

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Compare the unit prices of both products; the one with the lower unit price is the better deal.

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If three friends paid $21.75 for movie tickets, how much did each ticket cost?

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$21.75 / 3 = $7.25 per ticket.

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What is the unit price of Angus choice steak priced at $23.95 for 5 pounds?

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$23.95 / 5 lbs = $4.79 per lb.

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What is the unit price of Angus choice steak priced at $14.37 for 3 pounds?

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$14.37 / 3 lbs = $4.79 per lb.