Question

Anita found a 16-ounce jar of pickles that costs $4.80. She wants to buy the 24-ounce jar, but the price is not listed. If the unit price is the same for both sizes, how much does the 24-ounce jar of pickles cost?

Answer 1

7.20

Explanation:

First find what one oz. costs. To do this, divide 4.80 from 16. This is 3 rounded. Multiply 3 by 24. This is 72. Move the decimal to the left once, to get 7.20.

Answer 2

$7.20

Explanation:

16/4.80 = 24/?