Rates and Unit Rates Flashcard

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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 one unit. For example, if you travel 150 miles in 3 hours, the unit rate is 50 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if you have 450 miles traveled in 6 hours, the unit rate is 450 miles ÷ 6 hours = 75 miles per hour.

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If Bryce pays $14 for 8 pounds of strawberries, how much does he pay per pound?

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$1.75 per pound.

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What is the better buy: 22 ounce bag for $2.64 or 40 ounce bag for $5.60?

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22 ounce bag is the better buy.

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How many students are on one bus if 125 students are riding in 5 buses?

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25 students per bus.

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If there are 88 students in 4 classes, how many students are in each class?

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22 students per class.

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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What does it mean if a unit rate is higher?

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A higher unit rate means that you are getting more of the quantity per unit, which can indicate a better deal or faster speed.

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How can you compare two unit rates?

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To compare two unit rates, calculate each unit rate and then compare the numerical values. The higher value indicates a better rate.

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What is the unit rate of 300 miles in 5 hours?

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60 miles per hour.