Comparing Prices and Best Buys 🛒
Instructions: Compare the prices below and work out which option is the best buy (best value for money). Show your working.
1. Cereal Boxes 🥣
Option A: 500g box for $6.00
Option B: 750g box for $8.25
Working: __________________________________________________________
Best buy: _______________ Why? _____________________________________
2. Orange Juice 🍊
Option A: 1 litre bottle for $3.50
Option B: 2 litre bottle for $6.00
Working: __________________________________________________________
Best buy: _______________ Why? _____________________________________
3. Apples 🍎
Option A: Pack of 6 apples for $4.80
Option B: Pack of 10 apples for $7.00
Working: __________________________________________________________
Best buy: _______________ Why? _____________________________________
4. Chocolate Bars 🍫
Option A: Single bar (50g) for $2.00
Option B: Multi-pack of 4 bars (50g each) for $6.80
Working: __________________________________________________________
Best buy: _______________ Why? _____________________________________
5. Challenge Question! Pasta 🍝
Option A: 400g packet for $2.80
Option B: 1kg packet for $6.50
Working: __________________________________________________________
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Best buy: _______________ Why? _____________________________________
💡 Tip: To find the best buy, work out the price per unit (per gram, per litre, or per item).