Unit Rates

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate in which the unit in the denominator is 1.

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How do you calculate a unit rate from a given rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the numerator by the denominator to find the amount per one unit of the denominator.

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If a machine packs 70 boxes in 5 minutes, how many boxes does it pack in 1 minute?

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14 boxes (70 boxes ÷ 5 minutes = 14 boxes per minute).

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What is the unit rate of a car that travels 240 miles in 4 hours?

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60 miles per hour (240 miles ÷ 4 hours = 60 miles per hour).

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Which is the better buy: a 12-pack of soda for $3.50 or a 6-pack for $1.80?

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The 12-pack is the better buy because it costs less per can.

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How do you determine the cost per item when comparing prices?

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Divide the total cost by the number of items to find the cost per item.

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What is the formula for finding a unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Total Time or Total Cost.

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If a person earns $12 for 2 hours of work, what is their hourly rate?

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$6 per hour ($12 ÷ 2 hours = $6 per hour).

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

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Unit rates help compare different quantities and make informed decisions based on cost or efficiency.

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How can you convert a rate to a unit rate?

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By simplifying the rate so that the denominator equals 1.