Unit Rate

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is the rate for one unit of a given quantity, expressed as the amount per one unit.

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How do you calculate the unit rate from a total quantity and time?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the total time. For example, if there are 120 customers in 6 hours, the unit rate is 120 ÷ 6 = 20 customers per hour.

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What is the unit rate of 3 pounds of granola costing $3.75?

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The unit rate is $1.25 per pound, calculated by dividing the total cost by the total weight: $3.75 ÷ 3 = $1.25.

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If a car travels 200 miles in 2 hours, what is the speed in miles per hour?

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The speed is 100 miles per hour, calculated by dividing the distance by the time: 200 miles ÷ 2 hours = 100 miles per hour.

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What is the difference between a rate and a unit rate?

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A rate compares two quantities with different kinds of units, while a unit rate is a specific type of rate that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity.

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How can you express a unit rate in different contexts?

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Unit rates can be expressed in various contexts, such as speed (miles per hour), cost (dollars per item), or density (people per square mile).

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What is the formula for calculating a unit rate?

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

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Why is understanding unit rates important in real-life situations?

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Understanding unit rates is important because it helps in making informed decisions, such as comparing prices, calculating speeds, and understanding proportions.

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What is an example of a unit rate in everyday life?

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An example of a unit rate is the price of gasoline, such as $3.50 per gallon.

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How do you convert a rate to a unit rate?

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To convert a rate to a unit rate, divide both the numerator and denominator by the denominator to find the value per one unit.