Unit Rate from Graphs

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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 a car travels 300 miles in 5 hours, the unit rate is 60 miles per hour.

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How do you find the unit rate from a graph?

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To find the unit rate from a graph, identify the values on the axes, determine the ratio of the quantities, and simplify it to find the value for one unit.

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If a graph shows 12 baskets costing $36, what is the unit rate?

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$3.00 per basket.

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If a graph shows 48 eggs in 4 crates, what is the unit rate?

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12 eggs per crate.

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If a graph shows 24 pounds costing $96, what is the unit rate?

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$4.00 per pound.

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If a graph shows 20 vases containing 80 flowers, what is the unit rate?

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4 flowers per vase.

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If a graph shows 10 apples with 510 calories, what is the unit rate?

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51 calories per apple.

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What is the formula to calculate unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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Why is understanding unit rates important?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making comparisons and informed decisions in real-life situations, such as shopping or budgeting.

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What does it mean if a unit rate is higher?

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A higher unit rate indicates a greater cost or quantity per unit, which may suggest less value for money.