Analyzing Cost per Unit

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What is cost per unit?

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Cost per unit is the total cost of a product divided by the number of units purchased. It helps determine the price of each individual unit.

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How do you calculate cost per unit?

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To calculate cost per unit, divide the total cost by the number of units. For example, if 4 bags of chips cost $6, the cost per unit is $6 ÷ 4 = $1.50 per bag.

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Why is it important to analyze cost per unit?

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Analyzing cost per unit helps consumers compare prices and make informed purchasing decisions.

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If 2 liters of soda cost $1.50, what is the cost per liter?

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The cost per liter is $1.50 ÷ 2 = $0.75 per liter.

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If 3 packs of gum cost $2.50, what is the cost per pack?

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The cost per pack is $2.50 ÷ 3 = approximately $0.83 per pack.

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What is a better deal: 4 boxes of cereal for $6 or 6 boxes for $9?

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Both deals are equally good because the cost per box is the same: $1.50 per box.

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How can you compare two different deals?

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To compare two deals, calculate the cost per unit for each deal and see which one is lower.

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What is the cost per unit of 2 packs of markers for $3.50?

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The cost per pack is $3.50 ÷ 2 = $1.75 per pack.

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If 3 bags of chips cost $4.50, what is the cost per bag?

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The cost per bag is $4.50 ÷ 3 = $1.50 per bag.

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What does it mean if two deals have the same cost per unit?

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It means that both deals are equally good in terms of price.

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