Khalil is considering buying a water filter and a reusablewater bottle rather than buying bottled water. Will doing so saveher money?
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How much water does Khalil drink in a day? He normally drinks5 bottles a day, each 16.9 ounces.
How much does a bottle of water cost? He buys 24-packs of 16.9ounce bottles for $2.89.
How much does a reusable water bottle cost? About $10.
How long does a reusable water bottle last? Basically forever(or until you lose it).
How much does a water filter cost? How much water will theyfilter?
A faucet-mounted filter costs about $28 and includes onefilter cartridge. Refill filters cost about $33 for a 3-pack. Thebox says each filter will filter up to 100 gallons (378liters)
A water filter pitcher costs about $22 and includes one filtercartridge. Refill filters cost about $20 for a 4-pack. The box sayseach filter lasts for 40 gallons or 4 months
An under-sink filter costs $130 and includes one filtercartridge. Refill filters cost about $60 each. The filter lasts for500 gallons.
Which option is cheapest over one year (365 days)?
The cheapest option saves him ___ over a year.
