the convenience store sells a 16 ounce bottle of water for 2.40 and a 28 ounce bottle of water for 2.80 tiana wants to compare the unit rates to find out which is a better deal
what is the cost of a 16 ounce bottle of water? find the unit rate
a 16 ounce drink costs ? per ounce
The cost of a 16 ounce bottle of water is $2.40.
To find the unit rate, divide the cost by the number of ounces:
$2.40 / 16 ounces = $0.15 per ounce
So, a 16 ounce drink costs $0.15 per ounce.
what is the cost per ounce of a 28 ounce bottle of water? find the unit rate
a 28 ounce drink costs ? per ounce
The cost of a 28 ounce bottle of water is $2.80.
To find the unit rate, divide the cost by the number of ounces:
$2.80 / 28 ounces = $0.10 per ounce
So, a 28 ounce drink costs $0.10 per ounce.
Comparing the unit rates:
- The 16 ounce bottle costs $0.15 per ounce
- The 28 ounce bottle costs $0.10 per ounce
Therefore, the 28 ounce bottle is the better deal in terms of cost per ounce.