Spot the Deal

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About This Quiz

Getting the most for your money at the supermarket requires some number-crunching. Bring a calculator when you're shopping and take the time to do a little math to ensure you're getting the best price for your money. Can you spot the best deal? Let's get started.

Which jar of peanut butter is a better buy?

$6.99 for 64 oz

$4.99 for 48 oz

If you calculate unit price, $6.99 for 64 oz comes to $1.75 per pound. So, $4.99 for 48 ounces is the better deal at $1.66 per pound.

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Which set of paper towels will save you money?

$5.99 for 8 rolls

$9.99 for 15 rolls

The eight-roll pack comes to 75 cents per roll, and the 15-roll pack comes to just 66 cents per roll. So, you’re better off buying the 15-roll pack.

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Which set of tissues is cheaper for what you get?

$4.99 for a 3-pack with 85 tissues per pack

The $4.99 tissues come to $1.96 per 100 count, while the $4.89 tissues come to a more expensive $2.18 per 100 count.

$4.89 for a 3-pack with 75 tissues per pack

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Which olive oil is a better deal?

$6.69 for 16 ounces

$8.69 for 25 ounces

If you buy the 16-ounce bottle, you’re paying about 42 cents per ounce, and if you buy the 25-ounce bottle, you’re only paying about 35 cents per ounce.

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