Unit Rate

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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. It is often used to determine the cost per item or the rate of something per one unit.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total amount by the number of units. For example, if you spend $6 for 3 pounds of hamburger, the unit rate is $6 ÷ 3 = $2 per pound.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If 3 pounds of granola cost $3.75, what is the unit rate in dollars per pound?

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$1.25 per pound.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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Alicia buys 10 pounds of hamburger that costs $6 for 3 pounds. How much does she pay?

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$20.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If John can solve 6 math problems in 20 minutes, what is his rate in problems per minute?

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0.3 problems per minute.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If Jackie can solve 6 math problems at a rate of 1 problem per 4 minutes, what is her rate in problems per minute?

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0.25 problems per minute.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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Who works faster: John or Jackie?

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John can solve faster.

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What is the unit rate of dollars per pizza if 15 pizzas cost $75?

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$5 per pizza.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If adult tickets cost $250 for 20 tickets, what is the cost per adult ticket?

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$12.50 per ticket.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If child tickets cost $71.25 for 15 tickets, what is the cost per child ticket?

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$4.75 per ticket.

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