Abreakfast cereal comes in two different sized packages. the 8-ounce box costs $2.88, while the 12-ounce box costs $3.60. which box is the better buy? explain your reasoning.

The 8-ounce box costs $2.88, while the 12-ounce box costs $3.60

First Box

The 8-ounce box costs $2.88

cost of 8 ounce box = 2.88

cost of 1 ounce box =

Cost of 1 ounce of  first box = $0.36

Second Box

The 12-ounce box costs $3.60

cost of 12 ounce box = 3.60

cost of 1 ounce box =

Cost of 1 ounce of  second box = $0.3

The cost of 1 ounce of first box is greater than the cost of 1 ounce of second box. So second box is better to by

12-ounce box costs $3.60 is better to buy