Question

You can buy 12 magnets for $34.68, or 3 magnets for $9.57 to decide which is the better buy. Explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

The 12 magnets for $34.68 as the unit price is lower.

Explanation:

→ Find the cost per magnet for 12

34.86 ÷ 12 = $2.89

→ Find the cost per magnet for 3

9.57 ÷ 3 = $3.19