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 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 a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the quantity of one item by the quantity of another item, ensuring the second quantity is 1.

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If Maria runs 1 1/2 miles in 15 minutes, how do you find her speed in miles per hour?

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Convert 15 minutes to hours (15 minutes = 0.25 hours) and then divide the distance by the time: 1.5 miles / 0.25 hours = 6 miles per hour.

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What is the unit rate of $15 for 6 gallons of gasoline?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total cost by the number of gallons: $15 / 6 gallons = $2.50 per gallon.

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If Justin types 408 words in 4 minutes, how do you find his typing speed in words 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 of one diaper if a box of 35 diapers costs $6.99?

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Divide the total cost by the number of diapers: $6.99 / 35 diapers = $0.20 per diaper.

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What is the formula for finding a unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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Why is understanding unit rates important?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making comparisons and informed decisions in real-life situations, such as shopping or budgeting.

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What is an example of a unit rate in everyday life?

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An example of a unit rate is the price per item when shopping, such as $3 for 1 apple, which is a unit rate of $3 per apple.

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How can unit rates be used to compare prices?

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Unit rates allow you to compare the cost of different quantities or sizes of products to determine which is the better deal.