Paul’s Paints sells a 24-gallon case of paint for a total of $576, including tax. Stella’s Paints sells a 64-gallon case of pain

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Paul’s Paints sells a 24-gallon case of paint for a total of $576, including tax. Stella’s Paints sells a 64-gallon case of pain

t for a total of $1,664, including tax.
Which store sells the paint for the least amount?
What is the difference in cost for 1 gallon of paint from each store?

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Ratling [72] · Answer 1 · 2021-12-14T05:47:05+03:00

Ratling [72]4 years ago

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Find the unit rate, or cost of 1 gallon.

576/24=$24 per gallon
1664/64=$26 per gallon.

Paul's Paint sells paint for the least amount as 24<26.
There is a $2 difference.