Unit Rate

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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 travel 60 miles in 2 hours, the unit rate is 30 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the first quantity by the second quantity. For example, if you have 120 customers in 8 hours, the unit rate is 120 ÷ 8 = 15 customers per hour.

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If 36 cookies cost $4, what is the unit rate in cookies per dollar?

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The unit rate is 9 cookies per dollar, calculated as 36 cookies ÷ 4 dollars.

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What is the unit rate of 42 gallons in 7 minutes?

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The unit rate is 6 gallons per minute, calculated as 42 gallons ÷ 7 minutes.

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If a store has 120 customers in 6 hours, what is the unit rate in customers per hour?

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The unit rate is 20 customers per hour, calculated as 120 customers ÷ 6 hours.

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What does it mean if a unit rate is expressed as 'per hour'?

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It means the quantity is being measured for each hour. For example, if a store sees 15 customers per hour, it means that on average, 15 customers visit the store every hour.

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How can unit rates help in making decisions?

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Unit rates can help compare prices, speeds, or efficiencies, allowing for better decision-making. For example, knowing the cost per item helps determine which product is a better deal.

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What is the unit rate of 100 miles in 4 hours?

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The unit rate is 25 miles per hour, calculated as 100 miles ÷ 4 hours.

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If a car travels 180 miles using 6 gallons of gas, what is the unit rate in miles per gallon?

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The unit rate is 30 miles per gallon, calculated as 180 miles ÷ 6 gallons.

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What is the unit rate of 50 apples for $10?

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The unit rate is 5 apples per dollar, calculated as 50 apples ÷ 10 dollars.