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8 August, 08:49

Which is the better deal?

5 pounds of apples for $4.25 or 8 pounds of apples for $6.56

Why?

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  1. 8 August, 09:25
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    What you do is divide $4.25 by 5 and divide 6.56 by 8. The price per apple for the 5 lb. is $0.85, and for the 8 lb. is $0.82. Since $0.82 is less, that is the best deal.
  2. 8 August, 10:21
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    Answer: 8lbs for $6.56

    Work for 5lbs for $4.25:

    $4.25 divided by 5 to get the price per pound. ($0.85/lb)

    Work for 8lbs for $6.56:

    $6.56 divided by 8 to get the price per pound. ($0.82/lb)
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