Enter the total price value in currency.
Enter the number of potatoes.
Enter the weight of one potato in kilograms.
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Explanation

How to calculate the price of one potato?

The price of a single potato can be calculated using a straightforward formula:

The price per potato (p) is:

§§ p = \frac{T}{N} §§

where:

  • § p § — price per potato
  • § T § — total price (cost of all potatoes)
  • § N § — number of potatoes

This formula allows you to find out how much you are paying for each potato based on the total cost and the quantity you have.

Example:

Total Price (§ T §): $10

Number of Potatoes (§ N §): 5

Price per Potato:

§§ p = \frac{10}{5} = 2 \text{ dollars} §§

When to use the Potato Price Calculator?

  1. Grocery Shopping: Determine how much you are spending on each potato when buying in bulk.

    • Example: If you buy a bag of potatoes for $15 and it contains 10 potatoes, you can find out that each potato costs $1.50.

  2. Meal Planning: Calculate the cost of potatoes for recipes that require a specific number of potatoes.

    • Example: If a recipe calls for 4 potatoes and you know the total cost, you can easily find out the cost per potato.

  3. Budgeting: Help manage your grocery budget by understanding the cost of individual items.

    • Example: If you want to limit your spending on potatoes, knowing the price per potato can help you make informed decisions.

  4. Comparative Shopping: Compare prices from different stores to find the best deal on potatoes.

    • Example: If one store sells potatoes for $3 per pound and another for $2.50, you can calculate how many potatoes you can get for your budget.

Practical examples

  • Cooking for a Family: A family might use this calculator to determine how much they are spending on potatoes for a week’s worth of meals.
  • Farmers’ Market: A shopper can use the calculator to compare prices from different vendors at a farmers’ market to ensure they are getting the best deal.
  • Nutrition Planning: A nutritionist could use the calculator to help clients understand the cost of healthy eating by breaking down the price of staple foods like potatoes.

Definitions of Terms Used in the Calculator

  • Total Price (T): The overall cost of all the potatoes purchased.
  • Number of Potatoes (N): The total count of potatoes included in the purchase.
  • Price per Potato (p): The cost of a single potato, calculated by dividing the total price by the number of potatoes.

Use the calculator above to input different values and see the price per potato change dynamically. The results will help you make informed decisions based on your grocery shopping needs.