Rates and Unit Rates Flashcard

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What is a rate?

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A rate is a ratio that compares quantities with different units.

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate with a denominator of 1.

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How do you determine which item is a better buy?

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Calculate the unit price for each item and compare them.

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What is the unit price of a 22 ounce bag of candy that costs $2.64?

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The unit price is $2.64 / 22 ounces = $0.12 per ounce.

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What is the unit price of a 40 ounce bag of candy that costs $5.60?

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The unit price is $5.60 / 40 ounces = $0.14 per ounce.

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Which is a better buy: a 22 ounce bag for $2.64 or a 40 ounce bag for $5.60?

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The 22 ounce bag is a better buy because it has a lower unit price.

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Select the symbol that makes the statement true: -5 ___ 3

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The correct symbol is <.

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What does the symbol < mean?

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It means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol > mean?

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It means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol = mean?

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It means 'equal to'.