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Make sure to show your work when answering the question. Product A is an 8-ounce (oz) bottle of cough medication that sells for $1.36. Product B is a 16-ounce (oz) bottle of cough medication that costs $3.20. Which product has the lower unit price?

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Product A is 8-ounce for $1.36 which is 1.36 divided by 8.

1.36/8=17

Product A’s unit price is $0.17 per ounce.

Product B is a 16 ounce for $3.20.

3.20/16=0.20

Product B’s unit price is $0.20 per ounce.
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