3rd Hour: Practice Unit Rate

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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 expressed as one unit. For example, if you buy 4 apples for $2, the unit rate is $0.50 per apple.

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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 travel 150 miles in 3 hours, the unit rate is 150 miles ÷ 3 hours = 50 miles per hour.

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What does it mean if a graph shows a constant rate?

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A constant rate on a graph indicates that the relationship between the two quantities is linear, meaning that as one quantity increases, the other quantity increases at a consistent rate.

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If Jowell's family eats 3 cereal bars per day, how many do they eat in a week?

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In a week (7 days), they eat 3 bars/day × 7 days = 21 cereal bars.

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What is the unit rate of $188 saved over 4 weeks?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total savings by the number of weeks: $188 ÷ 4 weeks = $47 per week.

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How do you interpret a unit rate in a real-world context?

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Interpreting a unit rate involves understanding how much of one item you get for a single unit of another item, which helps in making comparisons and informed decisions.

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What is the unit rate of 110 miles in 2 hours?

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The unit rate is 110 miles ÷ 2 hours = 55 miles per hour.

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If an item costs $8 for 4 items, what is the unit rate per item?

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The unit rate is $8 ÷ 4 items = $2 per item.

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How can you use unit rates to compare prices?

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Unit rates allow you to compare prices by converting different quantities to a common unit, making it easier to see which option is more cost-effective.

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What is the significance of unit rates in budgeting?

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Unit rates help in budgeting by allowing individuals to understand how much they are spending per unit of goods or services, aiding in better financial decisions.

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