The cheaper-looking quote can cost more per final unit
Hypothetical example — not market data
Offer B costs AED10 less overall, but delivers two fewer units. On the same denominator, Offer A has the lower cost per unit.
Methodology
Illustrative WHIUAE calculation. Linked references provide context, not observations for these inputs. Divide total amount paid by delivered units using the article’s hypothetical quotes. These are not actual AED provider prices.
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| Scenario | Effective unit cost |
|---|---|
| A: AED1,000 for 100 | 10.00 |
| B: AED990 for 98 | 10.10 |