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To find which type bottle of same brand is better buy if 8 ounce bottle for $5.76 and 12 ounce bottle for $8.88.
Answer to Problem 2GP
8-ounce bottle is better to buy per ounce as its per ounce cost is less.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:Two different size bottles of same brand with 8 ounce bottle for $5.76 and 12 ounce bottle for $8.88.
Concept used:Cost per ounce of each size bottle will be calculated by dividing its cost by its size and then both such costs will be compared.
Calculation: Cost per ounce of 8-ounce bottle
And cost per ounce of 12-ounce bottle =
Conclusion: As the cost of 8-ounce bottle is less than the cost of 12-ounce bottle, so buying 8-ounce bottle(s) is a better choice.
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