Question

A package of 85 paper plates costs $8.08, while a package with 55 paper plates costs $4.40. Which is the better buy? Round your answer to the nearest cent if necessary.

Answer 1

Answer:

55 paper plates for $4.40 is your best buy because the price for unit is $0.08

Step-by-step explanation:

First find the price for unit of each option

we have :

85 paper plates for $8.08

55 paper plates for $4.40

To find the price per unit we divide  8.08 ÷85 = .09 rounded to the nearest cent  is .10

and 4.40 ÷ 55 = .08

Therefore, the best buy is $.08  or 55 paper plates for $4.40