SOLUTION: two jars of the same jam are sold at different prices, number one: �1.59 for 454g and number 2: �1.25 for 340g. which one is better value for money?

Question 426107: two jars of the same jam are sold at different prices, number one: �1.59 for 454g and number 2: �1.25 for 340g. which one is better value for money?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!



Hi

�1.59 /454g = .0035�/g

�1.25 /340g = .0037�/g

 

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