Unit Rates and Better Buy

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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 a store sells 120 items in 8 hours, what is the unit rate?

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15 items per hour.

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What is the unit rate of $97.50 for 15 pizzas?

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$6.50 per pizza.

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How do you find the price per ounce of a product?

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Divide the total price by the total number of ounces.

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If a jar of mayonnaise costs $3.00 for 30 oz, what is the price per ounce?

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$0.10 per ounce.

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If Justin types 408 words in 4 minutes, how many words does he type per minute?

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102 words per minute.

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What is the formula to find the total cost when given the unit price and quantity?

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Total Cost = Unit Price × Quantity.

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If gas costs $2.03 per gallon and Mrs. Edgar spends $32.48, how many gallons did she buy?

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16 gallons.

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What is the importance of finding a better buy?

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Finding a better buy helps consumers save money by comparing prices and determining the best value for their purchases.