Question

At the store, 8 oz of Brand A glue costs $2.08, while 6 oz of Brand B glue costs $1.62. Which is the better buy

Answer 1

• Brand A

Explanation:

Unit rates are:

• Brand A glue = $2.08/8 = $0.26 per oz
• Brand B glue = $1.62/6 = $0.27 per oz

Brand A glue is cheaper, so is the better buy

Answer 2

8 oz of Brand A glue costs $2.08

1 oz of Brand A glue costs $2.08×1/8=$0.26

6 oz of Brand B glue costs $1.62

1 oz of Brand B glue costs $1.62/6=$0.27

so..A is cheap.

8 oz of Brand A glue costs $2.08 is needed to buy.