Question

A box of cereal can be purchased in the large size, which is 15 ounces for $3.14, or the family size, which is 24 ounces for $5.34. Which size box ofcereal has the lowest price per ounce, and what is the amount?O Large size at $0.21 per ounceO Large size at $0.22 per ounceO Family size at $0.21 per ounceO Family size at $0.22 per ounce

Answer 1

Given -

Large Size Box = 15 ounces for $3.14

Family Size Box = 24 ounces for $5.34

To Find -

Which size box of cereal has the lowest price per ounce, and what is the amount =?

Step-by-Step Explanation -

Per ounce price for Large Size Box:

15 ounces = $3.14

1 ounce = $3.14/15

1 ounce = $0.21

Per ounce price for family Size Box:

24 ounces = $5.34

1 ounce = $5.34/24

1 ounce = $0.22

So, Large size box of cereal has the lowest price per ounce.

1 ounce = $0.21

Final Answer -

(A) Large size at $0.21 per ounce