Rates & Unit Rate Flashcard

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What is a proportional relationship?

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A proportional relationship is a relationship between two quantities where the ratio of one quantity to the other quantity is constant.

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How do you find the unit rate from a given quantity?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if there are 120 customers in 6 hours, the unit rate is 120 ÷ 6 = 20 customers per hour.

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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 cost per item.

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How do you simplify a complex fraction?

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To simplify a complex fraction, multiply the numerator and the denominator by the least common denominator (LCD) of the fractions involved, then simplify the resulting fraction.

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What is the formula to calculate the total amount needed based on a recipe?

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To calculate the total amount needed based on a recipe, multiply the amount of each ingredient by the factor that represents how many batches you want to make.

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

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

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What is the relationship between rates and unit rates?

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Rates are comparisons of two different quantities, while unit rates express that comparison in terms of one unit of the second quantity.

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How can you tell if a table represents a proportional relationship?

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A table represents a proportional relationship if the ratios of the corresponding values are equivalent (constant) across all entries.

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

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Understanding unit rates helps in making informed decisions in everyday situations, such as shopping, cooking, and budgeting.

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How do you convert a fraction to a unit rate?

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To convert a fraction to a unit rate, divide the numerator by the denominator to express it as a decimal or a whole number per one unit.

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