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A 15-oz can of tomatoes cost $.89, and a 29-oz can cost $1.69. which can has the lower cost per ounce?

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Answer:

The 29-oz can has the lower cost per ounce.

Explanation:

Divide both and see which is lower:

$0.89 / 15 oz = $0.059

$1.69 / 29 oz = $0.058

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