Unit 10 Lesson A: Unit Prices

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What is a unit price?

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A unit price is the cost of a single unit of a product, typically expressed in terms of a standard measurement such as per pound, per kilogram, or per liter.

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Why do stores list unit prices in different measurements?

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Stores list unit prices in different measurements to provide consumers with a clearer understanding of the cost, making it easier to compare prices across different products.

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How do you convert kilograms to pounds?

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To convert kilograms to pounds, multiply the number of kilograms by 2.20462.

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If chicken legs cost $3.72/kg, what is the price per pound?

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$1.69/lb.

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How do you calculate the unit price of a product?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price by the total quantity (in the same measurement unit).

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What is the unit price of a 300 mL can of soup that costs $0.72?

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The unit price is $2.40 per liter.

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What is the unit price of a 200 mL can of soup that costs $0.48?

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The unit price is $2.40 per liter.

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Which is the better deal: Kanivans Klassics at $0.72 for 300 mL or Wright's Way at $0.48 for 200 mL?

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Neither one is a better deal; they both have the same unit price.

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How do you find the better buy between two products?

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Compare the unit prices of both products; the one with the lower unit price is the better buy.

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If Figaro Flakes cost $3.25 for 685g, what is the unit price?

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The unit price is approximately $4.75 per kg.