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Josephine Nesbit

MYSTERIOUS: These 4 dollar tree items look like a deal until you do the unit math - You Need To See This

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At first glance, Dollar Tree looks like it has some of the best deals on everyday essentials, but some “savings” don’t hold up under unit math.

It may look like you’re getting a better price at Dollar Tree, but that could be due to smaller package sizes that drive up the cost per unit. But some retailers, like Target and Walmart, often sell larger packages that bring the per-unit price down, which makes them the cheaper option in the long run.

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