Unit Rates Flashcard

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together. It expresses how much of one quantity corresponds to one unit of another quantity.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the quantity of one item by the quantity of another item, ensuring the second quantity is 1.

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If a runner completes 14 miles in 2 hours, what is the speed in miles per hour?

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7 miles per hour.

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A painter uses 10 gallons of paint to cover 5 walls. What is the unit rate of paint used per wall?

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2 gallons per wall.

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A chef uses 24 cups of flour to make 8 cakes. What is the unit rate of flour used per cake?

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3 cups per cake.

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If a cyclist travels 15 miles in 3 hours, what is the cyclist's speed in miles per hour?

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5 miles per hour.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance ÷ Time.

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What does the term 'miles per hour' represent?

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It represents the speed at which an object travels, indicating how many miles are covered in one hour.

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If a car travels 120 miles in 2 hours, what is its speed?

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60 miles per hour.

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What is the unit rate of 50 apples for $10?

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5 apples per dollar.