Number-grade D ( Value of money)

Question 1

A 350g bag popcorn cost £1.68. A 475g bag of popcorn costs £2.47. What is the best value for money. You must show your working out

Answer 1

1.68x10=168
168/350=0.48
2.47x10=247
247/475=0.52
0.48 is the best value of money because it is cheaper

Question 2

A 7kg bag of potatoes cost £6.09. A 12kg bag of potatoes cost £11.04. Which is the best value for money. You must show your working out.

Answer 2

£6.09x100=609
609/7=87
11.04x100=1104
1104/12=92
7kg is cheaper and has the best value.