Unit Rates with Fractions

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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 is expressed as a ratio of one quantity to one unit of another quantity.

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How do you simplify a complex fraction?

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To simplify a complex fraction, multiply the numerator and the denominator by the least common denominator (LCD) of the fractions involved.

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If Kendall used 1/2 of a bag of seed to plant 1/10 of her garden, how many bags will she need for the whole garden?

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Kendall will need 5 bags of seed to plant her entire garden.

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What is the formula for finding a unit rate?

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The formula for finding a unit rate is: Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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What does it mean to solve a complex fraction?

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Solving a complex fraction means to simplify a fraction that has a fraction in its numerator, denominator, or both.

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If a recipe calls for 3/4 cup of sugar for 2/3 of a cake, how much sugar is needed for the whole cake?

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You will need 1 1/8 cups of sugar for the whole cake.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest number that can be a common denominator for two or more fractions.