Unit Rate

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as 'per' something, such as miles per hour or price per item.

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How do you calculate a unit rate from a total quantity?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if you have 10 apples for $5, the unit rate is $5 ÷ 10 apples = $0.50 per apple.

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If Kyle eats 1/2 of a pie in 1/5 of a minute, how do you find his rate of pies eaten per minute?

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To find the rate, first determine how many pies he eats in one minute by setting up the proportion: (1/2 pie) / (1/5 minute) = (x pies) / (1 minute). Solving gives x = 2.5 pies per minute.

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What is the formula to find the price per unit?

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The formula to find the price per unit is: Price per unit = Total price / Number of units.

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How do you determine the better deal between two products based on unit price?

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To determine the 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 Sargento cheese slices if they cost $2.48 for 10 slices?

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The unit price is $2.48 ÷ 10 slices = $0.248 per slice.

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How many pieces of candy are there per ounce in a 15 oz bag containing 75 pieces?

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To find the pieces per ounce, divide the total pieces by the total ounces: 75 pieces ÷ 15 oz = 5 pieces per ounce.

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What is the significance of understanding unit rates in real-life applications?

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Understanding unit rates helps consumers make informed decisions about purchases, compare prices, and evaluate efficiency in various contexts.

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If a person types 300 words in 10 minutes, what is their typing speed in words per minute?

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To find the typing speed, divide the total words by the total minutes: 300 words ÷ 10 minutes = 30 words per minute.

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What is the relationship between unit rates and ratios?

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Unit rates are a specific type of ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, while ratios can compare any two quantities.