Pet Care Costs Over Time

Nora's goldfish eats $1 of food per week. How much does food cost for 4 weeks (one month)?

$1 + $1 + $1 + $1 = $4 per month.

Jake's puppy eats $5 of food per week. Monthly cost: $5 + $5 + $5 + $5 = $20!

Who spends more on food? Jake! $20 > $4. How much more? $20 - $4 = $16 more.

Bigger pets usually cost more. That's why budgeting is so important!

**Think About It:** Over 3 months, Nora spends $4 × 3 = $12 on fish food. Jake spends $20 × 3 = $60!