In each of the following problems, choose the price per unit per oz. in blanks a. and b, and then select the best buy.
a. Meat, 1 lb. for $1.92 would =
b. Meat 2 lb. for $3.52 would =
c. The best buy would be
The answer options for A. are: $0.12, $0.83 and $1.92
The answer options for B. are: $0.11, $0.91 and $0.57

Please explain.

Question

In each of the following problems, choose the price per unit per oz. in blanks a. and b, and then select the best buy. 
a.	Meat, 1 lb. for $1.92 would =
b.	Meat 2 lb. for $3.52 would =
c.	The best buy would be
The answer options for A. are:  $0.12, $0.83 and $1.92
The answer options for B. are: $0.11, $0.91 and $0.57

Please explain.

anonymous · Answer

How many ounces in 1 lb?

Divide price P by the number of ounces in a pound, and you get the price per ounce.