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 Alycia earned $20.40 in 3 hours, what is her unit rate in dollars per hour?

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$6.80 per hour

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If my father drove 231 miles with 7 gallons of gas, what was his mileage in miles per gallon?

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33 miles per gallon

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If my mother purchased 9 candy bars for $13.50, what is the price per candy bar?

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$1.50 per product

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If Jack jumps 40 times in 4 minutes, how many times does he jump per 1 minute?

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10 times per minute

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If my mother purchased 8 Pepsi products for $14.00, what is the price per product?

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$1.75 per product

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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Why is understanding unit rates important in real life?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making informed decisions, such as comparing prices, calculating speed, and understanding ratios.

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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 of gas per gallon, such as $3.50 per gallon.