Rates Activity

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What is a rate?

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A rate is a ratio that compares two different quantities, often expressed as a quantity per unit of time, such as miles per hour or dollars per item.

Front

How do you calculate speed?

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Speed is calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken. Formula: Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

What is the formula to find the total cost per ounce?

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Total Cost per Ounce = Total Cost / Number of Ounces.

Front

If a train travels 120 miles in 2 hours, what is its speed?

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Speed = 120 miles / 2 hours = 60 miles per hour.

Front

How do you determine which item is a better buy?

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Compare the cost per unit (e.g., per ounce) of each item. The item with the lower cost per unit is the better buy.

Front

What is the relationship between distance, speed, and time?

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Distance = Speed x Time. This means that if you know any two of these values, you can find the third.

Front

If a printer prints 40 sheets per minute, how many sheets does it print in 30 minutes?

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40 sheets/minute x 30 minutes = 1200 sheets.

Front

What is the unit of speed in the context of travel?

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Common units of speed include miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).

Front

How long will it take to travel 10 miles at a speed of 5 miles per hour?

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Time = Distance / Speed = 10 miles / 5 mph = 2 hours.

Front

If Minnie Mouse types 600 words in 5 minutes, how many words can she type in 1 minute?

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600 words / 5 minutes = 120 words per minute.