Rates, Unit Rates, Unit Prices Flashcard

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What is a rate?

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A rate is a ratio that compares two different quantities, often expressed as a quantity per unit of time, distance, or other measures.

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate in which the second quantity is one unit. It shows how much of one quantity corresponds to one unit of another quantity.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the first quantity by the second quantity to find out how much of the first quantity corresponds to one unit of the second.

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If Paige mows 1/6 of an acre in 1/4 hour, how many acres does she mow in 1 hour?

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2/3 acres.

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What is the unit rate if Alycia earned $20.40 in 3 hours?

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$6.80 per hour.

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How many gallons of paint are needed to paint a whole room if 1 1/2 gallons are used for 3/4 of it?

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2 gallons.

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What is the unit rate of a car that travels 440 miles in 8 hours?

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55 miles in 1 hour.

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If Justin can type 408 words in 4 minutes, how many words can he type per minute?

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102 words per minute.

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What is the formula for finding the unit price?

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Unit price = Total price / Quantity.

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What is the significance of understanding unit rates in real life?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making informed decisions, such as comparing prices, speeds, and efficiencies.