Unit Rates

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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. For example, if you have 60 miles driven in 2 hours, the unit rate is 60 miles ÷ 2 hours = 30 miles per hour.

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If Ilana made $45 babysitting for 6 hours, how much does she make per hour?

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$7.50 per hour.

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Joshua drove 90 miles on 15 gallons of gas. What is the unit rate in miles per gallon?

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6 mpg.

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Larry can type 225 words in 3 minutes. How many words can he type in 10 minutes?

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750 words.

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What is the unit price if it costs $3 for eight cans of soda?

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$0.38 per can.

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If Sam drove 220 miles on 8 gallons of gas, what is the unit rate?

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27.5 mpg.

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of 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, calculating speeds, and understanding ratios.

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What is an example of a unit rate in cooking?

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If a recipe requires 4 cups of flour for 2 cakes, the unit rate is 2 cups of flour per cake.