SOLUTION: An 8-pound bag of cat food sells for $13.89. A 20-pound bag of the same brand sells for $24.79. Which is the better buy?

SOLUTION: An 8-pound bag of cat food sells for $13.89. A 20-pound bag of the same brand sells for $24.79. Which is the better buy?

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Question 832002: An 8-pound bag of cat food sells for $13.89. A 20-pound bag of the same brand sells for $24.79. Which is the better buy?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Divide the dollars by the pounds for each case.
Compare the cost per pound.
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