Question

15. Which is a better buy? Option A: $12.95 for 3 pounds of boiled peanuts Option B: $21.45 for 5 pounds of boiled peanuts. (1 point) Responses Option A Option A Option B

Answer 1

To determine which option is a better buy, we can calculate the price per pound for both options.

**Option A:**
Price: $12.95 for 3 pounds
Price per pound = $12.95 / 3 = $4.32 per pound

**Option B:**
Price: $21.45 for 5 pounds
Price per pound = $21.45 / 5 = $4.29 per pound

Now, comparing the price per pound:

- Option A: $4.32 per pound
- Option B: $4.29 per pound

Since $4.29 (Option B) is less than $4.32 (Option A), **Option B** is the better buy.