Carlos is buying milk. he needs 3 liters. A​ half-liter of milk costs ​$2.16. A ​200-milliliter container of milk costs ​$1.17. What should Carlos buy so he gets 3 liters at the lowest​ price?

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Answer:

The 1/2 liter option ($12.96)

Step-by-step explanation:

Info Given

  • Carlos needs 3 liters of milk
  • 1/2 liter of milk costs $2.16
  • 200 ml container of milk costs 1.17
  • 200 ml = 0.2 liters

12.96 = Total of 3 liters of milk with the 1/2 liter amount

17.55 = Total of 3 liters of milk with the 200 ml amount