Unit Rates/Percents

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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 is expressed as a quantity per one unit of another quantity.

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How do you calculate a percentage?

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To calculate a percentage, divide the part by the whole and then multiply by 100. Formula: (Part/Whole) x 100.

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What is the formula to find the total distance if you know the percentage completed?

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Total Distance = Distance Traveled / (Percentage Completed / 100).

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If 6 out of 15 pieces of fruit are apples, what is the percentage of apples?

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40% (calculated as (6/15) x 100).

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What is the double number line used for?

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A double number line is a visual tool used to show the relationship between two quantities, often used to find equivalent ratios.

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How do you find the cost of multiple items if you know the cost of one?

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Multiply the cost of one item by the number of items. For example, if one burrito costs $7, then 4 burritos cost $7 x 4 = $28.

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What is a percent?

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A percent is a ratio expressed as a fraction of 100. It represents how many parts out of 100.

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How do you convert a fraction to a percent?

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To convert a fraction to a percent, divide the numerator by the denominator and multiply by 100.

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If a faucet flows at 4 gallons per minute, how much water flows in 6 minutes?

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24 gallons (calculated as 4 gallons/minute x 6 minutes).

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What is the relationship between unit rates and proportions?

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Unit rates can be used to set up proportions, which are equations that show two ratios are equal.