Grade 6 | Unit 2 | Lesson 10: Comparing Situations by Examining Ratios | Practice Problems

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What is a ratio?

Back

A ratio is a comparison of two quantities that shows the relative size of one quantity to another, often expressed as 'a to b' or a:b.

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How do you calculate speed?

Back

Speed is calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken. Formula: Speed = Distance / Time.

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If a plane travels 3,360 miles in 6 hours, what is its speed?

Back

560 miles per hour.

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What is the cost per pound if 1 pound of ground beef costs $5?

Back

$5 per pound.

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How do you find the total cost of multiple items?

Back

Multiply the cost of one item by the number of items. Total Cost = Cost per Item x Number of Items.

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If 3 pounds of ground beef cost $5 per pound, what is the total cost?

Back

$15.

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What is the cost per orange if 12 oranges cost $9?

Back

$0.75 per orange.

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How do you find the cost per item from a total cost?

Back

Divide the total cost by the number of items. Cost per Item = Total Cost / Number of Items.

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If 8 apples cost $4, what is the cost per apple?

Back

$0.50 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.