Double Number Lines

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What is a double number line?

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A double number line is a visual representation that shows two sets of numbers along parallel lines, helping to illustrate the relationship between two quantities.

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How do you find the unit rate?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if a car travels 440 miles in 8 hours, the unit rate is 440 miles ÷ 8 hours = 55 miles per hour.

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What does the term 'ratio' mean?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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If 18 people go down a slide in 3 minutes, how many people can go down in 1 minute?

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6 people can go down the slide in 1 minute.

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What is the unit rate of $40 for 5 pounds of concrete?

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The unit rate is $8 per pound.

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How do you use a double number line to solve problems?

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You can use a double number line to find equivalent ratios and unit rates by aligning the two quantities and using the visual to make calculations easier.

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What is the unit rate for Will spending $3.75 for 3 pounds of gummy bears?

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The unit rate is $1.25 per pound.

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If the ratio of red paint to yellow paint is 1:5, how many teaspoons of yellow paint are in 4 batches?

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In 4 batches, there are 20 teaspoons of yellow paint.

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What is the purpose of a double number line in problem-solving?

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The purpose is to visually represent relationships between two quantities, making it easier to understand ratios and rates.

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How can you determine how long it takes for fewer people to go down a slide using a double number line?

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You can find the time for fewer people by using the ratio of people to time from the double number line.