Question

Which is the better buy?

110-inch roll of butcher paper for $5.50

5-foot roll of butcher paper for $4.20

Answer 1

110-inch roll of butcher paper for $5.50

Explanation:

We know

110-inch roll of butcher paper for $5.50

5.50 / 110 = $0.05 per inches roll of butcher paper

5-foot roll of butcher paper for $4.20

1 foot = 12 inches

5 foot = 60 inches

4.20 / 60 = $0.07 per inches roll of butcher paper

So, the 110-inch roll of butcher paper for $5.50 is a better buy.