7th Grade Milestone Review - Comparing Unit Rates

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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 a quantity of one. For example, if a car travels 300 miles in 5 hours, the unit rate is 60 miles per hour.

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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 total quantity. For example, if a pack of 12 eggs costs $3.00, the unit price is $3.00 ÷ 12 = $0.25 per egg.

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What is the unit price of Sara Lee Turkey at $6.58 per lb?

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The unit price is $6.58 per lb.

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What is the unit price of Butterball Turkey at $11.16 for 2 lb?

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The unit price is $11.16 ÷ 2 = $5.58 per lb.

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Which is the better deal: Sara Lee Turkey or Butterball Turkey?

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Sara Lee Turkey is the better deal at $6.58 per lb compared to Butterball at $5.58 per lb.

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How do you compare unit prices?

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To compare unit prices, calculate the unit price for each item and then compare those values. The item with the lower unit price is the better deal.

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What is the unit price of Goldfish crackers at $1.99 for 7.2 oz?

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The unit price is $1.99 ÷ 7.2 oz = $0.28 per oz.

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What is the unit price of Cheez-its at $2.70 for 13.7 oz?

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The unit price is $2.70 ÷ 13.7 oz = $0.20 per oz.

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Which is the better deal: Goldfish crackers or Cheez-its?

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Cheez-its are the better deal at $0.20 per oz compared to Goldfish at $0.28 per oz.

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How do you find the unit rate of speed?

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To find the unit rate of speed, divide the distance traveled by the time taken. For example, if a cheetah runs 60 feet in 4 seconds, the unit rate is 60 ÷ 4 = 15 feet per second.