Question

Elle wanted to order candy online. Company A is offering 2 1/2 pounds of chocolate for $32.50, while Company B is offering 2 3/4 pounds of the same chocolate for $35.00. Which company is offering the lowest price per pound. Justify your answer.

Answer 1

To determine price per lb, divide dollar amount by lbs.
- Company A sells 2 1/2lbs (2.5lbs) for $32.50
So, Company A's price / lb = ($32.50/2.5lbs) = $13.00/lb

- Company B sells 2 3/4lbs (2.75lbs) for $35.00
And, Company B's price / lb = ($35.00/2.75lbs) = $12.73/lb

Therefore, Company B is offering the lowest price/lb at $12.73/lb.

Answer 2

Based on the price offered per company, we can infer that the cheaper company is Company B.

The cheaper company is the one that is selling a pound of chocolate for a lower price than the other company.

First convert the mixed fractions to decimals for easier calculation:

Company A = 2 ¹/₂ = 2.5 pounds

Company B = 2 ³/₄ = 2 + (3/4) = 2.75 pounds

The cost per pound is:

= Cost of chocolate / Number of pounds

Company A:                                                         Company B:

= 32.50 / 2.5                                                         = 35 / 2.75

= $13 per pound                                                   = $12.73

In conclusion, Company B is cheaper for selling at $12.73.

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