Rates and Unit Rates

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What is a rate?

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A rate is a ratio that compares two different quantities, typically with different units.

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate in which the second quantity is one unit, allowing for easy comparison.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the first quantity by the second quantity to find the amount per one unit of the second quantity.

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What is an equivalent ratio?

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Equivalent ratios are two or more ratios that express the same relationship between quantities.

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What is the relationship between rates and unit rates?

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Both rates and unit rates compare two different quantities, but unit rates specifically express the comparison per one unit of the second quantity.

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How can you identify equivalent ratios?

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Equivalent ratios can be identified by cross-multiplying or simplifying the ratios to see if they are equal.

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What is the unit rate for 15 hotdogs in 3 minutes?

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The unit rate is 5 hotdogs per minute.

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What is the formula for finding a unit rate?

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Unit Rate = (Quantity 1) / (Quantity 2) where Quantity 2 is 1.

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

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

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What is a practical example of using unit rates?

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A practical example is comparing prices of different brands of the same product to find the best deal per unit.