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Nathan Alexander wants to purchase ears of corn for a family reunion picnic. A farmers’ market near his home offers six ears of corn for $1.25, 12 ears of corn for $2.64, or 36 ears of corn for $7.20.
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Nathan Alexander wants to purchase ears of corn for a family reunion picnic. A farmers’ market near his home offers six ears of corn for $1.25, 12 ears of corn for $2.64, or 36 ears of corn for $7.20. Which is the best buy?

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I think buying 36 ears of corn for $7.20 is the better buy. 6 ears of corn for $1.25 cost .20+ per ear of corn. Buying the 36 count buys them at an even .20. Plus he should have enough for everybody without having to worry about buying more.
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