Math 6 RP.2 Finding 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 one unit. For example, if 4 gallons of milk cost $11, the unit rate is $2.75 per gallon.

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total cost by the number of units. For example, if 4 gallons of milk cost $11, the unit rate is $11 ÷ 4 = $2.75 per gallon.

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If 6 bottles of water cost $9, what is the unit rate per bottle?

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The unit rate is $9 ÷ 6 = $1.50 per bottle.

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What is the unit price of a 5-pound bag of cat food that costs $11?

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The unit price is $11 ÷ 5 = $2.20 per pound.

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If a group of 180 students is divided into 20 teams, how many students are on each team?

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The unit rate is 180 ÷ 20 = 9 students per team.

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If Amy rides her bike 4 miles in 30 minutes, what is her speed in miles per minute?

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Her speed is 4 miles ÷ 30 minutes = 0.13 miles per minute.

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What is the formula for finding a unit rate?

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The formula for finding a unit rate is: Unit Rate = Total Quantity ÷ Number of Units.

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Why is it important to understand unit rates?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making comparisons and informed decisions about costs, speeds, and other quantities.

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If a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours, what is the unit rate in miles per hour?

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The unit rate is 150 miles ÷ 3 hours = 50 miles per hour.

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How do you find the cost per item when given the total cost and number of items?

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Divide the total cost by the number of items to find the cost per item.