Under the specified pricing model, a pear will cost 40 cents.
Understanding the Vowel-Based Pricing Model
The cost of a fruit is determined by the number of vowels in its name, with each vowel valued at 20 cents. This unique pricing structure makes it straightforward to calculate the cost of any fruit once its name is known.
How It Works
This system assigns a monetary value to each vowel within a word. By counting the vowels (A, E, I, O, U) in a fruit's name and multiplying by the per-vowel rate, the total cost is determined. This model emphasizes the linguistic structure of the fruit's name rather than its size, weight, or market value.
Let's look at some examples to illustrate this pricing method:
| Fruit Name | Number of Vowels | Cost (20 cents/vowel) |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | 2 (A, E) | 40 cents |
| Banana | 3 (A, A, A) | 60 cents |
| Grapefruit | 4 (A, E, U, I) | 80 cents |
Calculating the Cost of a Pear
To determine the cost of a pear, we apply the same vowel-based pricing rule:
- The word "pear" contains two vowels: e and a.
- Each vowel costs 20 cents.
- Therefore, 2 vowels * 20 cents/vowel = 40 cents.
This consistent method ensures that the pricing is transparent and easily verifiable for any fruit name.
