Step 1: First convert cents to dollar
To convert cents to dollar, you divide the value in cent by 100.
76 cents = $0.76
Step 2: Find the cost of 1 orange
4 orange cost $0.76
You will find the cost of one orange
1 orange cost = 0.76/4 = $0.19
Step 3: Find the cost of 16 oranges that cost $0.76 per four oranges.
Cost of 16 oranges = 16 x $0.76
= $3.04
Step 4: Final answer
The smaller cost is the better buy.
Therefore, 4 oranges for 76 cents is better than 16 oranges for $3.68