Price Per Ounce Calculator Formula
Understand the math behind the price per ounce calculator. Each variable explained with a worked example.
Formulas Used
Price Per Ounce
price_per_oz = total_price / total_ouncesPrice Per Pound (16 oz)
price_per_lb = total_price / total_ounces * 16Variables
| Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
total_price | Total Price(USD) | 5.49 |
total_ounces | Total Ounces(oz) | 32 |
How It Works
How to Calculate Price Per Ounce
Divide the total price by the total number of ounces to get a standardized cost measure.
Formula
Price Per Ounce = Total Price / Total Ounces
This lets you compare products of different sizes on an equal basis.
Worked Example
A 32 oz bottle of shampoo costs $5.49.
total_price = 5.49total_ounces = 32
- 01Total price: $5.49
- 02Total ounces: 32 oz
- 03Price per ounce = $5.49 / 32 = $0.1716
- 04Price per pound = $0.1716 x 16 = $2.75
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