Ratios and Rates 6th Grade Review

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What is a ratio?

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A comparison of two quantities using division, e.g., 3 to 7.

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If a dolphin swims for 4 hours at 30 miles per hour, how far does he go?

Back

120 miles.

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How many cups of flour are needed to make 5 batches of cookies if each batch requires 2 cups?

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10 cups of flour.

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What is a unit rate?

Back

A rate with a denominator of 1, e.g., 45 miles/hour.

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What is an equivalent ratio?

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A ratio that expresses the same relationship, e.g., 2:4 is equivalent to 1:2.

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What is a rate?

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A comparison of two quantities with different units, e.g., 60 miles per hour.

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How do you find a unit rate from a given rate?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to express it per one unit.

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What is the formula to calculate distance using rate and time?

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Distance = Rate × Time.

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If a recipe calls for 3 cups of sugar for 4 batches, how much sugar is needed for 1 batch?

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0.75 cups of sugar.

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, showing the same relationship between quantities.