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 832003: 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 Diana541(24) About Me  (Show Source):
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The 20 pund bag. To solve this, divide.
8/13.89 and 20/24.79