Unit Rates with fractions

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as 'per' something, such as miles per hour or dollars per pound.

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How do you calculate a unit rate from a fraction?

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To calculate a unit rate from a fraction, divide the numerator by the denominator to find the amount per one unit.

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If Mr. Adams used 2/3 pounds of nails for 3 1/3 yards of fence, how many yards can he secure per pound?

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5 yards per pound.

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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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How do you find the time taken per mile if you know the distance and time?

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Divide the time taken by the distance to find the time per mile.

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Lauren bikes 4/3 miles in 1/10 hour. How long does it take her to bike per mile?

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3/40 hours per mile.

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Tony walked 3 1/2 miles in 7/8 of an hour. How many miles can he walk per hour?

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4 miles per hour.

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What is the formula to convert a fraction to a unit rate?

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Unit Rate = (Numerator / Denominator) / (Time or Quantity)