Unit Rate

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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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If Anna can type 408 words in 4 minutes, how many words can she type per minute?

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102 words per minute.

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

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Divide the quantity by the number of units to find the rate per unit.

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Hadley drove 260 miles in 4 hours. What is her speed in miles per hour?

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65 miles per hour.

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If Susan walked 1 & 2/3 miles in 1 & 1/4 hours, how many miles can she walk in 1 hour?

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1 & 1/3 miles per hour.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the formula to find the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Total Units.

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If you can buy 36 cookies for $4, what is the unit rate in cookies per dollar?

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9 cookies per dollar.

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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, speed, or efficiency.

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How can you find the speed of an object if you know the distance and time?

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Speed = Distance / Time.