Unit Rate Graphs

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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 a car travels 300 miles in 5 hours, the unit rate is 60 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the quantity of one item by the quantity of another item. For example, if you buy 12 apples for $3, the unit rate is $3/12 apples = $0.25 per apple.

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What does a graph of a unit rate look like?

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A graph of a unit rate is a straight line that starts at the origin (0,0) and has a constant slope. The slope represents the unit rate.

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If Trishtohn charges $17.50 for 5 roses, what is the unit rate per rose?

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The unit rate is $17.50 / 5 roses = $3.50 per rose.

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If Carter receives $13.50 for every 5 boxes of chocolate, what is the unit rate per box?

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The unit rate is $13.50 / 5 boxes = $2.70 per box.

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What is the slope of a line in a unit rate graph?

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The slope of a line in a unit rate graph represents the unit rate itself. It shows how much one quantity changes in relation to another.

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How can you identify a unit rate graph?

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A unit rate graph can be identified by its straight line that passes through the origin and has a consistent slope.

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What is the relationship between unit rates and proportional relationships?

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Unit rates are a specific type of proportional relationship where one quantity is compared to one unit of another quantity.

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If Joel earns $4.50 per hour, how much does he earn in 8 hours?

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Joel earns $4.50/hour * 8 hours = $36.

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What is the importance of unit rates in real-life situations?

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Unit rates help compare prices, speeds, and other quantities, making it easier to make informed decisions.