Question

Which is the better deal? $3.19 for 16 pounds $2.29 for 12 pounds

Answer 1

$3.19 for 16 pounds . The rate can be calculated below

$\text{rate = }\frac{3.19}{16}=\text{ \ }0.199375\text{ per pound}$

$2.29 for 12 pounds . The rate can be calculated below

$\text{rate}=\frac{2.29}{12}=\text{ \ }0.19083333333\text{ per pound}$

The better deal is $2.29 for 12 pounds.