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 the unit rate from a total quantity and total time?

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Divide the total quantity by the total time to find the unit rate.

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If a 12 pack of soda costs $3.50, what is the unit price per can?

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The unit price per can is approximately $0.29.

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What is the unit rate of customers per hour if a store sees 120 customers in 8 hours?

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The unit rate is 15 customers per hour.

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How do you determine which product is a better buy using unit rates?

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Compare the unit prices of each product; the one with the lower unit price is the better buy.

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If you pay $15.00 for 6 gallons of gasoline, what is the price per gallon?

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The price per gallon is $2.50.

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How many words can Julie type in an hour if she types 300 words in 5 minutes?

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Julie can type 3600 words in an hour.

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What is the formula to convert a rate to a unit rate?

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Rate = Total quantity / Total time.

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Why is it important to understand unit rates in real-life situations?

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Understanding unit rates helps consumers make informed decisions about purchases and evaluate efficiency.

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What is the unit rate of miles per hour if a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours?

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The unit rate is 50 miles per hour.