Unit Rate/Unit Price

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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 drive 100 miles in 2 hours, the unit rate is 50 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate the unit price?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total cost by the number of items. For example, if 7 golf balls cost $28, the unit price is $28 ÷ 7 = $4 per golf ball.

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If a car travels 200 miles in 2 hours, what is the speed in miles per hour?

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100 miles per hour.

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If you buy 12 gallons of gas for $33, what is the price per gallon?

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$33 ÷ 12 = $2.75 per gallon.

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What is the formula to find the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity ÷ Number of Units.

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If Dominic runs 60 meters in 6 seconds, how many meters does he run in 1 second?

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10 meters.

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If Natalie pays $15 for 3 books, how much does she pay for 1 book?

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$5.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the better deal: 5 gallons for $14 or 12 gallons for $33?

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12 gallons for $33 is the better deal.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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How do you determine which option is a better deal?

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Calculate the unit price for each option and compare them. The option with the lower unit price is the better deal.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the unit rate of 150 miles in 3 hours?

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50 miles per hour.

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