Comparing Unit Rates (Tables & Word Problems)

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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 a value of one. For example, if you drive 60 miles in 1 hour, the unit rate is 60 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate a unit rate from a table?

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To calculate a unit rate from a table, divide the quantity of one item by the quantity of another item to find the rate per one unit of the second item.

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What is the formula to find the unit rate?

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The formula to find the unit rate is: Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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If Jenna drives 80 miles in 2 hours, what is her speed in miles per hour?

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Jenna's speed is 40 miles per hour (80 miles ÷ 2 hours = 40 miles/hour).

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If Anthony drives 120 miles in 4 hours, what is his speed in miles per hour?

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Anthony's speed is 30 miles per hour (120 miles ÷ 4 hours = 30 miles/hour).

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Who is driving faster: Jenna or Anthony?

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Jenna is driving faster at 40 miles per hour compared to Anthony's 30 miles per hour.

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How do you compare unit rates from different scenarios?

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To compare unit rates, calculate the unit rate for each scenario and then compare the values. The higher value indicates the better rate.

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Catherine can make 4 bracelets in 2 hours. What is her rate in bracelets per hour?

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Catherine's rate is 2 bracelets per hour (4 bracelets ÷ 2 hours = 2 bracelets/hour).

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Jessica makes 3 bracelets in 1 hour. What is her rate in bracelets per hour?

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Jessica's rate is 3 bracelets per hour (3 bracelets ÷ 1 hour = 3 bracelets/hour).

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Who makes bracelets quicker: Catherine or Jessica?

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Jessica makes bracelets quicker at a rate of 3 bracelets per hour compared to Catherine's 2 bracelets per hour.