Use the table to answer the question.
($) Cost of Candy Bar A
Quantity ($) Cost
1 1.25
2 2.50
3 3.75
4 5.00
5 6.25
The cost of Candy Bar A is displayed in the table. The proportional relationship between the cost and quantity for Candy Bar B is represented by the equation y=x . Which candy bar is the cheapest cost per bar? Enter 1 for Candy Bar A. Enter 2 for Candy Bar B.
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To determine which candy bar is the cheapest cost per bar, we need to calculate the cost per bar for both Candy Bar A and Candy Bar B.
For Candy Bar A:
Cost per bar = Cost / Quantity
For example, for Quantity 1: Cost per bar = $1.25 / 1 = $1.25
For Candy Bar B (proportional relationship y=x):
Cost per bar = Quantity
For example, for Quantity 1: Cost per bar = 1
Comparing the cost per bar for both candy bars:
1. Candy Bar A: $1.25
2. Candy Bar B: $1
Therefore, Candy Bar B is the cheapest cost per bar.
Enter 2 for Candy Bar B.