Some Helpful Tools
Application of Ratio and Rate
Option 1: $2.99
single
turkey club
(divide $2.99 by 1.)
Option 2: $3.99
double
turkey club
(divide $3.99 by 2.)
Option 3: $4.99
triple-decker
turkey club
(divide $4.99 by 3.)
Notice that the single turkey club with cheese in Option 1 cost $2.99 per turkey slice.
The double turkey club with mushrooms in Option 2 cost $2.00 per turkey slice.
The triple-decker turkey club with extra cheese and mushrooms in Option 3 cost $1.66 per turkey slice.
Option 3 turns out to be the better value, giving you more turkey club sandwich for lesser cost per turkey slice. This option gives you the chance to eat some now and save the rest for later.
=
$ 2.99
single turkey slice
= $2.99 per turkey slice
=
$ 1.995
single turkey slice
= $2.00 per turkey slice
(The answer is rounded to nearest dollar amount.)
=
$ 1.66
single turkey slice
= $1.66 per turkey slice
A Recap:
Let's say that you're buying lunch at your favorite restaurant. You have a taste for a turkey club sandwich, chips, and an ice tea. Even though you have enough money to buy lunch, you wouldn't mind finding a good deal. There are three options.
Option 1: A single turkey club with cheese costs $2.99.
Option 2: A double turkey club with mushrooms costs $3.99.
Option 3: A triple-decker turkey club with mushrooms and extra cheese cost $4.99.
Which is the better value for your money? The answer is based on the ratio of:
cost
turkey club size (amount)
This section will show how ratios can be applied to real-life problem solving. Using a ratio can help a smart shopper find the better value.
Math: Ratio and Rate - Application of Ratio and Rate
