Question

Which unit rate is the lowest price per ounce?

Choice A: 22 ounces of potato chips for $3.49
Choice B: 40 ounces of potato chips for $4.79

(5 points)

Group of answer choices

The unit rates are equal.

Choice B

The unit rates cannot be determined.

Choice A

Answer 1

To find the unit rate, divide the price by the number of ounces:

For Choice A:

Unit rate = $3.49 ÷ 22 ounces = $0.1586 per ounce

For Choice B:

Unit rate = $4.79 ÷ 40 ounces = $0.1198 per ounce

Therefore, the lowest price per ounce is Choice B.