Unit Rates

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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 drive 300 miles on 10 gallons of gas, the unit rate is 30 miles per gallon.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the first quantity by the second quantity. For example, if you earn $100 for 5 hours of work, the unit rate is $100 ÷ 5 hours = $20 per hour.

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If Sam drove 220 miles on 8 gallons of gas, what is the unit rate in miles per gallon?

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2.75 mpg

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If Lisa made $300 in 6 hours, what is her unit rate in dollars per hour?

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$50 per hour

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What is the unit price if it costs $3 for eight cans of soda?

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$0.38 per can

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If Kevin can complete 45 multiplication problems in 2 minutes, what is his unit rate in problems per minute?

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22.5 problems per minute

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If Larry can type 225 words in 3 minutes, how many words can he type in 10 minutes?

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750 words

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What is the formula for finding a unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity ÷ Number of Units.

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Why is understanding unit rates important in real life?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making informed decisions, such as comparing prices, calculating speeds, and determining efficiency.

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What is an example of a unit rate in cooking?

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If a recipe requires 4 cups of flour for 2 loaves of bread, the unit rate is 2 cups of flour per loaf.