Rates: 6th Grade

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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 you earn $20 for 4 hours of work, your unit rate is $5 per hour.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the total amount by the number of units. For example, if you have 40 dogs walked in 8 hours, divide 40 by 8 to find the unit rate of 5 dogs per hour.

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If Alycia earned $20.40 in 3 hours, what is her unit rate?

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$6.80 per hour.

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Ken can walk 40 dogs in 8 hours. How many dogs can he walk in one hour?

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5 dogs per hour.

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What is the formula to find the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Amount / Number of Units.

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Charles can type 675 words in 9 minutes. How many words can he type per minute?

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75 words per minute.

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If Will spent $3.75 for 3 pounds of granola, what is his unit rate in dollars per pound?

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$1.25 per pound.

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If Antonia can type 408 words in 4 minutes, how many words can she type per minute?

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102 words per minute.

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What is the significance of unit rates in real life?

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Unit rates help compare different quantities and make informed decisions, such as finding the best price or understanding speed.

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How can unit rates be used in shopping?

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Unit rates can help determine which product offers the best value by comparing prices per unit, such as price per pound or price per item.