Calculating Unit Prices and Coupons

This video tutorial guides students through an activity on finding the best price per unit when grocery shopping. It explains how to calculate unit prices using coupons, compare them for cost-effectiveness, and apply the strategy to various items. The tutorial also covers calculating the total cost using selected coupons and provides final instructions for completing and submitting the activity.

What is the first step you should take before starting the activity?

• Calculate the total cost

• Watch the video tutorial

• Read the directions

• Gather all the coupons

What is the main goal of the grocery shopping activity?

• To buy as many items as possible

• To find the best price per unit

• To use all available coupons

• To spend exactly $50

How do you calculate the unit price?

• Add the price and quantity

• Divide the price by the quantity

• Subtract the quantity from the price

• Multiply the price by the quantity

What is the unit price for a 12-pack of buns costing $3.24?

• $0.29

• $0.30

• $0.25

• $0.27

What is the first item you calculate the unit price for?

• Fresh seeded buns

• Cheese

• Lettuce

• Hamburger meat

What is the unit price for an 18-pack of buns costing $4.50?

• $0.29

• $0.30

• $0.25

• $0.27

What is the importance of the dollar sign in calculations?

• It is not needed

• It is used for decoration

• It indicates the currency

• It is optional

Which coupon offers a better unit price for buns?

• Both are the same

• Coupon A

• Coupon B

• Neither

What should you do after calculating the unit price for buns?

• Move on to the next item

• Recalculate the unit price

• Ignore the unit price

• Choose the more expensive option

What is the purpose of comparing coupons?

• To find the most expensive option

• To determine the best value

• To avoid shopping

• To use all coupons