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 when they are combined together. It expresses how much of one quantity corresponds to one unit of another quantity.

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How do you calculate the unit price of an item?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price by the number of units. For example, if a pack of 10 slices costs $2.48, the unit price is $2.48 ÷ 10 = $0.248 per slice.

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What is the unit rate of $200 for 8 hours of work?

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The unit rate is $200 ÷ 8 hours = $25 per hour.

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If Justin types 408 words in 4 minutes, how do you find his typing speed per minute?

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Divide the total words by the total minutes: 408 words ÷ 4 minutes = 102 words per minute.

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What is the unit rate for $3.75 for 3 pounds of granola?

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The unit rate is $3.75 ÷ 3 pounds = $1.25 per pound.

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How do you express the ratio of dimes to nickels if there are 10 dimes and 5 nickels?

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The ratio of dimes to nickels is 10:5, which simplifies to 2:1.

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What is the formula to find a unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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If a car travels 300 miles in 5 hours, what is the unit rate in miles per hour?

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The unit rate is 300 miles ÷ 5 hours = 60 miles per hour.

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How do you compare unit prices to find the better deal?

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Calculate the unit price for each option and compare them. The option with the lower unit price is the better deal.

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What is the unit rate of 150 calories for 3 servings?

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The unit rate is 150 calories ÷ 3 servings = 50 calories per serving.