An armory quartermaster is ordering gun solvent for weapons maintenance. The solvent is available in four different packaging options. Arrange the options from the lowest price per gallon to the highest price per gallon.
- 1A -quart bottle for
- 2A -gallon bucket for
- 3A -gallon case for
- 4A -pint bottle for
Answer
The correct order from lowest to highest price per gallon is: 2-quart bottle, 5-gallon bucket, 4-gallon case, 1-pint bottle.
By converting all package volumes into gallons, we can compare their unit prices accurately. The -quart bottle costs per gallon, the -gallon bucket costs per gallon, the -gallon case costs per gallon, and the -pint bottle costs per gallon. Arranging them from lowest to highest yields this sequence.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
Converting various liquid volume measurements to a common unit (gallons) in order to accurately compare unit prices.