Math Dictionary / Unit Price
Unit Price
A unit price is the cost for one item or one unit.
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What it means
It helps compare deals with different quantities.
Also called: price per one
Examples
| $12 for 4 notebooks is $3 per notebook |
| $6 for 2 pounds is $3 per pound |
| Lower unit price can mean a better deal |
Common mistake
Divide by the number of units to find the price for one unit.
Try one
Question: What is the unit price for 5 pens costing $10?
Show answer
$2 per pen.