Lori and Monica are looking at the cans of coffee on display at a local supermarket.They are trying to decide which of two different-sized cans is the better buy.Lori attempts to divide the price of each can by the number of ounces of coffee each _____ contains.Monica suggests that "the larger size is usually a better buy".Lori is using a(n);Monica,a(n)_____.
A) heuristic;algorithm
B) algorithm;heuristic
C) prototype;algorithm
D) heuristic;prototype

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Lori is using an algorithm, which is a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem, while Monica is using a heuristic, which is a mental shortcut or rule of thumb. However, Monica's heuristic may not always be true, as sometimes a smaller can may have a better price per ounce of coffee, depending on sales or promotions. Therefore, Lori's approach with the algorithm is more reliable in finding the better buy.

Lori and Monica Are Looking at the Cans of Coffee