Question

the 26-oz jar of chocolate fudge costs $3.12. The 16-oz jar costs $2.40. How much can you save on each ounce by choosing the better buy?

Answer 1

¢8.3 per ounce with the 26 ounce jar

¢6.6 per ounce with the 16 ounce jar

Explanation:

divide 26 and 3.12

divide 16 and 2.40

Answer 2

Answer: $0.03

To solve this problem, you must find the unit rate that each jar of chocolate fudge is offering:

For the 26oz jar, you must divide 3.12 by 26 (3.12/26), which will give you an answer of $0.12 per ounce

For the 16oz jar, you must divide 2.40 by 16 (2.40/16), which will give you an answer of $0.15 per ounce

Doing the math, you will find that the 26oz jar has a better deal (less money per ounce), by 0.15-0.12 = $0.03 per ounce (saved on the better deal)