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 (e.g., miles per hour, cost per item).

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the quantity by the number of units. For example, if you have 12 miles in 3 hours, divide 12 by 3 to find the unit rate of 4 miles per hour.

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What operation is primarily used to find unit rates?

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Division is the primary operation used to find unit rates.

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If a store sells 120 items in 8 hours, how do you find the unit rate?

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Divide the total number of items (120) by the total hours (8) to find the unit rate of 15 items per hour.

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What is the unit rate of 42 gallons of water pumped in 7 minutes?

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The unit rate is 6 gallons per minute, calculated by dividing 42 gallons by 7 minutes.

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How do you find the cost per item when given a total cost and quantity?

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To find the cost per item, divide the total cost by the number of items. For example, $279 for 9 tickets results in a cost of $31 per ticket.

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What is the formula for calculating unit rate?

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The formula for calculating unit rate is: Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Total Units.

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Why is understanding unit rates important in real life?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making informed decisions, such as comparing prices, understanding speeds, and evaluating efficiency.

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Can unit rates be expressed in different units?

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Yes, unit rates can be expressed in various units depending on the context, such as miles per hour, dollars per item, or gallons per minute.

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What is an example of a unit rate in a grocery store?

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An example of a unit rate in a grocery store is the price per pound of fruit, such as $2.50 per pound.