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3 ounces cost $273
Find the unit rate

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Answer:

$91 per ounce

Explanation:

If 3 ounces cost $273, we can divide both sides by 3 to find the unit rate. To make this clearer, we use the variable
x for ounces. Then, we have the equation


3x=273.

Dividing both sides by 3, we have


x=91.

The cost of one ounce is $91.

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