Rate and Unit Rate

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate in which the unit in the denominator is 1.

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total amount by the number of units.

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If Will spent $3.75 for 3 pounds of granola, what is the unit rate in dollars per pound?

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$1.25 per pound.

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What is the unit rate of 120 customers in 6 hours?

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20 customers per hour.

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What is the unit rate of 50 miles per hour?

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The rate describes the distance traveled in miles for each hour.

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How do you find the lowest cost per pound when comparing different sizes of bags?

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Calculate the cost per pound for each bag by dividing the price by the weight.

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What is the cost per pound of a 20-lb bag that costs $23.44?

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$1.17 per pound.

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What is the cost per pound of an 8-lb bag that costs $9.88?

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$1.24 per pound.

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What is the cost per pound of a 40-lb bag that costs $49.00?

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$1.23 per pound.

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Which bag has the lowest cost per pound: 20-lb for $23.44, 8-lb for $9.88, or 40-lb for $49.00?

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The 20-lb bag.