Rates and Unit Rates as Comparisons- M

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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 fraction. For example, speed is a rate that compares distance to time.

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate in which the second quantity is one. It tells you how much of one quantity corresponds to one unit of another quantity.

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How do you calculate the unit rate from a total?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if 7 apples cost $4.55, the unit rate is $4.55 ÷ 7.

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If Lynnette washes 95 cars in 5 days, how many cars does she wash each day?

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19 cars per day.

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What is the cost per apple if 7 apples cost $4.55?

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$0.65 per apple.

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How do you find the cost per pound if 4 pounds of bananas cost $6?

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Divide the total cost by the number of pounds: $6 ÷ 4 = $1.50 per pound.

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If a car travels 160 miles in 4 hours, how far will it travel in 7 hours?

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280 miles.

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How many dogs can Ken walk in one hour if he can walk 40 dogs in 8 hours?

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5 dogs per hour.

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What is the formula to find the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity ÷ Number of Units.

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What is the significance of understanding rates and unit rates?

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