Comparing Unit Rates (Tables & Word Problems)

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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 you can buy 3 apples for $6, the unit rate is $2 per apple.

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How do you calculate the unit rate from a word problem?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if a recipe makes 10 servings with 990 calories, the unit rate is 990 calories ÷ 10 servings = 99 calories per serving.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance ÷ Time. For example, if you drive 80 miles in 2 hours, your speed is 80 miles ÷ 2 hours = 40 miles per hour.

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How do you compare unit rates from two different scenarios?

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Calculate the unit rate for each scenario and then compare the results. The higher unit rate indicates a better deal or faster rate.

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What is the unit price?

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The unit price is the cost per single unit of a product, often used to compare prices between different sizes or brands.

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If a store sells 5 pounds of rice for $10, what is the price per pound?

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Price per pound = Total price ÷ Total weight = $10 ÷ 5 pounds = $2 per pound.

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How do you determine which recipe has more calories per serving?

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Calculate the calories per serving for each recipe by dividing the total calories by the number of servings, then compare the results.

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What is the significance of finding the better deal in shopping?

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Finding the better deal helps consumers save money by identifying which product offers more value for the price.

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How do you find the average points scored per game?

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Average points per game = Total points scored ÷ Total games played. For example, if a player scores 126 points in 3 games, the average is 126 ÷ 3 = 42 points per game.

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What does it mean if one person has a higher unit rate than another?

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It means that person is achieving more of the desired outcome (like money earned, calories consumed, or points scored) per unit of measurement (like per car washed, per serving, or per game).