SOLUTION: The small box held 18 ounces and $2.52. The big box held 44 ounces and cost $6.60. Using unit prices, which box was the better buy?

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Question 342958: The small box held 18 ounces and $2.52. The big box held 44 ounces and cost $6.60. Using unit prices, which box was the better buy?
Answer by checkley77(12844) About Me  (Show Source):
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18/2.52=$7.14 per oz.
44/6.60=$6.67 per oz. the better buy.