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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together. It expresses 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 quantity of one item by the quantity of another item, ensuring the second quantity is 1.

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If there are 75 pieces of candy in a 15 oz bag, how many pieces are there per ounce?

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5 pieces per ounce.

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A realtor visits 13 houses in 3 hours. What is the unit rate in houses per hour?

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13/3 houses per hour.

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You spend $40 on 5 pounds of concrete. What is the unit rate in dollars per pound?

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$8 per pound.

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What is the price per ounce if a 30 oz. jar of mayonnaise is on sale for $2.99?

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$0.10 per ounce.

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Elijah earns $200 for 8 hours of work. What is the unit rate in dollars per hour?

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$25 per hour.

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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Why is understanding unit rates important in real life?

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Understanding unit rates helps in making informed decisions about purchases, comparing prices, and understanding rates of work or speed.

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If a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours, what is the unit rate in miles per hour?

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50 miles per hour.