Money & Economy

Money & Economy

Cost per use: a useful question before buying

A simple calculation helps compare objects, provided it does not replace the question of need and budget.

Money & Economy

Price per kilogram or per item: comparing pack sizes

A calculation using matching units helps reveal differences packaging size can conceal.

Money & Economy

Shopping lists: turning a meal plan into something usable

Checking existing supplies, measuring quantities and grouping items by use give shopping a clearer purpose.

Money & Economy

Does lower inflation mean lower prices? Understanding the difference

Slower increases are not decreases. Fictional examples separate inflation, disinflation and the price of an individual product.

Money & Economy

Percentages and percentage points: two calculations with different meanings

Moving from 20% to 25% is an increase of five percentage points. Learn why the relative change differs and how to check the comparison base.