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 where one of the quantities is expressed as a quantity of one. For example, if you can buy 3 apples for $1.50, the unit rate is $0.50 per apple.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if you have 60 miles driven in 2 hours, the unit rate is 60 miles ÷ 2 hours = 30 miles per hour.

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What is the unit rate of 12 packs of Coke for $3.50?

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The unit rate is $3.50 ÷ 12 = $0.2917 per can.

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If Justin types 408 words in 4 minutes, how do you find his typing speed per minute?

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Divide the total words by the total minutes: 408 words ÷ 4 minutes = 102 words per minute.

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What is the price per gallon if 6 gallons of gasoline cost $15.00?

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The price per gallon is $15.00 ÷ 6 gallons = $2.50 per gallon.

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How do you find the unit cost of pizzas if 15 pizzas cost $97.50?

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Divide the total cost by the number of pizzas: $97.50 ÷ 15 pizzas = $6.50 per pizza.

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What is the unit rate in dollars per pound if Will spent $3.75 for 3 pounds of granola?

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The unit rate is $3.75 ÷ 3 pounds = $1.25 per pound.

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What is the importance of unit rates in shopping?

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Unit rates help consumers compare prices and determine the best value for their money.

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How can unit rates be used in real-life situations?

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Unit rates can be used in various situations such as calculating speed, price comparisons, and determining costs per item.

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What is a proportional relationship?

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A proportional relationship is a relationship between two quantities where the ratio between them is constant.