Question

A shopper needs 48 hot dogs. The store sells identical hot dogs in 2 differently sized packages. They sell a six-pack of hot dogs for $2.10, and an eight-pack of hot dogs for $3.12. Should the shopper buy 8 six-packs, or 6 eight-packs?

Group of answer choices

A. He should buy 6 eight-packs because the unit rate is 39 cents per bun.

B. He should buy 6 eight-packs because the unit rate is 37 cents per bun.

C. He should buy 8 six-packs because the unit rate is 35 cents per bun.

D. He should buy 8 six-packs because the unit rate is 33 cents per bun.

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

A six back has a value of 35 cents per bun,

you may find this by dividing 2.10 by 6 and getting .35 per

while a 8 pack 3.12 divided by 8 is .39

so it is more economical or correct to get C. 8 six packs for 35 cents a bun