Student directions: choose two source cards, compare both cost models, and use the budget question to make a final decision. Save the finished comparison board as a PDF.
Step 1
Choose two outing sources
Pick two different outing cards. Record the unit rate for each.
Teacher-selected source
Millville Boardwalk
Millville Boardwalk Mini Golf
$9
per child ticket
2026 seasonal miniature golf pricing lists children at $9 and all-day golf at $16.
Teacher-selected source
National Aquarium
National Aquarium Dolphin Tour
$25
per person
Official tour page lists the Dolphin Tour at $25 per person.
Teacher-selected source
National Aquarium
National Aquarium VR Experience
$8
per person
Official page lists VR Experiences at $8 per person.
Teacher-selected source
National Aquarium
National Aquarium Youth Group Admission
$31.95
per person
Group visit page lists youth admission at $31.95 per person for ages 5–20 in groups of 15+.
Budget challenge: a class has a budget of $200. Which plan could take more students while staying within budget?
Step 2
Plan A
| x | Plan A cost |
|---|---|
| 2 | |
| 4 | |
| 6 | |
| 8 |
Step 3
Plan B
| x | Plan B cost |
|---|---|
| 2 | |
| 4 | |
| 6 | |
| 8 |
Step 4
Graph both plans
Plan A
Plan B
Step 5
Budget analysis
Advanced prompt: How does the steeper line connect to the cost per person?
Final check