Question

A grocery store sells a pack of 6- pack of bottled water for $3.79, a 9-pack for $4.50, and a 12-pack for $6.89. Which package costs the least per bottle? Please help

Answer 1

6 pack for $3.79

1. Divide 6 by 3.79
2. 6/3.79 = 1.58
3. This pack is $1.58 per bottle

9 pack for $4.50

1. Divide 9 by 4.50
2. 9/4.50 = 2
3. This pack is $2.00 per bottle

12 pack for $6.89

1. Divide 12 by 6.89
2. 12/6.89 = 1.74
3. This pack is $1.74 per bottle

The pack of 6-pack of bottled water for $3.79 costs the least per bottle ($1.58).