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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities where one of the quantities is expressed as a single unit. It is often used to determine the cost per item or the efficiency of a product.

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How do you calculate the unit price of an item?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price of the item by the number of units (e.g., pounds, ounces) it contains. This gives you the price per unit.

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If you buy 5 pounds of concrete for $40, what is the unit price?

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The unit price is $8 per pound, calculated by dividing $40 by 5 pounds.

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How do you determine which product is a better deal when comparing prices?

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To determine which product is a better deal, calculate the unit price for each product and compare them. The product with the lower unit price is the better deal.

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What is the unit price of Oreos if they cost $2.98 for 15.5 oz?

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The unit price of Oreos is approximately $0.192 per ounce, calculated by dividing $2.98 by 15.5.

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What is the unit price of Chips Ahoy if they cost $2.50 for 14 oz?

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The unit price of Chips Ahoy is approximately $0.179 per ounce, calculated by dividing $2.50 by 14.

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If a Hummer gets 300 miles on 20 gallons of gas, what is its miles per gallon (MPG)?

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The Hummer's MPG is 15, calculated by dividing 300 miles by 20 gallons.

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If a Camry gets 495 miles on 15 gallons of gas, what is its miles per gallon (MPG)?

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The Camry's MPG is 33, calculated by dividing 495 miles by 15 gallons.

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Which vehicle is more fuel-efficient: a Hummer with 15 MPG or a Camry with 33 MPG?

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The Camry is more fuel-efficient with 33 MPG compared to the Hummer's 15 MPG.

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How do you compare the unit prices of two different products?

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Calculate the unit price for each product and compare the values. The product with the lower unit price is the better buy.