Unit Price

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What is a unit price?

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A unit price is the cost of a single unit of a product, allowing for easy comparison between different sizes or quantities.

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How do you calculate the unit price?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price by the number of units. For example, if a 6-pack of t-shirts costs $3.12, the unit price is $3.12 ÷ 6 = $0.52 per t-shirt.

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Which is the better buy: 4 t-shirts for $2.24 or 6 t-shirts for $3.12?

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6 t-shirts for $3.12 is the better buy because the unit price is lower.

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If Alex earned $20.40 in 3 hours, what is his unit rate in dollars per hour?

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$6.80 per hour.

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities where one of the quantities is one unit. For example, speed is a unit rate expressed in miles per hour.

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How do you find the unit rate from a total amount earned over time?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total amount earned by the total time worked. For example, if Ellie made $45 in 6 hours, her unit rate is $45 ÷ 6 = $7.50 per hour.

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Which is an example of a unit rate: 15 words / 30 seconds or $3.18 / a slice of pizza?

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$3.18 / a slice of pizza is an example of a unit rate.

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What is the unit price of a 2-ounce bottle of soap that costs $1.80?

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The unit price is $1.80 ÷ 2 = $0.90 per ounce.

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If a 16-ounce bottle of soap costs $14.88, what is the unit price?

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The unit price is $14.88 ÷ 16 = $0.93 per ounce.

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Why is it important to compare unit prices?

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Comparing unit prices helps consumers determine the best value for their money when purchasing products.