Question

Freezer A measures 1 ft times 1 ft times 5 ft and sells for ​$300. Freezer B measures 1.5 ft times 1.5 ft times 4 ft and sells for ​$600. Which freezer is the better buy in terms of dollars per cubic​ foot?

Answer 1

Answer:

Freezer A is better option as price per cubic foot is less for Freezer A

Step-by-step explanation:

Data provided in the question:

Measure of Freezer A = 1 ft × 1 ft × 5 ft

Measure of Freezer B = 1.5 ft × 1.5 ft × 4 ft

Price of Freezer  A = $300

Price of Freezer  B = $600

Now,

Volume of Freezer A = 1 ft × 1 ft × 5 ft

= 5 ft³

Volume of Freezer B = 1.5 ft × 1.5 ft × 4 ft

= 9 ft³

Now,

Price per cubic foot for Freezer A = $300 ÷ 5 ft³

= $60/ft³

Price per cubic foot for Freezer B = $600 ÷ 9 ft³

= $66.67/ft³

Hence,

Freezer A is better option as price per cubic foot is less for Freezer A