Question

Which is the better deal? $3.19 for 16 pounds $2.29 for 12 pounds

Answer 1

$3.19 for 16 pounds . The rate can be calculated below

`\text{rate = }(3.19)/(16)=\text{ \$}0.199375\text{ per pound}`

$2.29 for 12 pounds . The rate can be calculated below

`\text{rate}=(2.29)/(12)=\text{ \$}0.19083333333\text{ per pound}`

The better deal is $2.29 for 12 pounds.