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 a quantity of one. For example, if you can type 102 words per minute, the unit rate is 102 words per 1 minute.

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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 the other item. For example, if Anna types 408 words in 4 minutes, the unit rate is 408 ÷ 4 = 102 words per minute.

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If Maria walks 12 miles in 3 hours, how many miles does she walk per hour?

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Maria walks 4 miles per hour.

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What is the unit rate of scoring points in games?

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The unit rate of scoring points in games is calculated by dividing the total points scored by the number of games played.

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If you score 84 points in six games, how much do you score per game?

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You score 14 points per game.

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What is the unit rate of gallons pumped per minute?

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The unit rate of gallons pumped per minute is found by dividing the total gallons pumped by the total minutes.

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If a pump moves 42 gallons in seven minutes, what is the unit rate?

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The unit rate is 6 gallons per minute.

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How do you find the distance fallen per second for a skydiver?

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To find the distance fallen per second, divide the total distance fallen by the total time in seconds.

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If a skydiver falls 144 feet in three seconds, how far does the skydiver fall per second?

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The skydiver falls 48 feet per second.

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What is the importance of unit rates in real life?

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Unit rates help compare different quantities and make informed decisions, such as determining the best price per item or speed.