Unit Rates and Complex Fractions

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate with the denominator of one.

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How do you calculate miles per gallon?

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Divide the total miles driven by the total gallons of gas used.

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What is a complex fraction?

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A complex fraction is a fraction with a fraction in the numerator, denominator, or both.

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If Mrs. Martin can grade 9/6 tests in 1/12 hour, what is her unit rate in tests per hour?

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18 tests per hour.

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What is the unit price of Sargento cheese slices if they cost $2.48 for 10 slices?

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$0.248 per slice.

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What is the unit price of Velveeta cheese slices if they cost $3.18 for 12 slices?

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$0.265 per slice.

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Which is the better deal: Sargento cheese slices or Velveeta cheese slices?

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Sargento cheese slices are the better deal.

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How do you find the unit price of an item?

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Divide the total price by the number of items.

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What is the formula for calculating a unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Total Units.

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If a car travels 240 miles using 10 gallons of gas, what is the miles per gallon?

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24 miles per gallon.