Question

Jeff Lytle can buy mulch for $2.39 a bag at the gas station. He can get six bags of the same mulch at the garden store for $15.00, or nine bags for $19.00. Which is the best buy?

Answer 1

Explanation:

1 bag / $2.39 = $2.39

6 bags / $15.00 = $2.50 best buy is 9 bags

9 bags / $19.00 = $2.11

Answer 2

nine bags for $19.00 is the best buy.