Pre- al: fractional rates

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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 one unit. It is often used to determine the cost per item, speed, or other rates.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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How do you convert feet per minute to inches per hour?

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To convert feet per minute to inches per hour, multiply the number of feet by 12 (to convert to inches) and then multiply by 60 (to convert minutes to hours).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3D

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What is dimensional analysis?

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Dimensional analysis is a mathematical technique used to convert one unit of measurement to another using conversion factors.

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CCSS.5.MD.A.1

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How do you find the unit price of an item?

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To find the unit price, divide the total price by the number of units (items) to determine the cost per unit.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed is calculated using the formula: Speed = Distance / Time.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If a person earns $200 for 8 hours of work, how do you calculate their hourly wage?

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To calculate the hourly wage, divide the total earnings by the total hours worked: Hourly Wage = Total Earnings / Total Hours.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.2

CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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What is the significance of unit rates in real-life applications?

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Unit rates help consumers make informed decisions by comparing prices, speeds, and other rates to find the best value.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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How do you convert miles per hour to feet per minute?

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To convert miles per hour to feet per minute, multiply the speed in miles per hour by 5280 (the number of feet in a mile) and then divide by 60 (the number of minutes in an hour).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3D

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What is the unit price of Sargento cheese slices if they cost $2.48 for 10 slices?

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The unit price is $2.48 / 10 slices = $0.248 per slice.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is the unit price of Velveeta cheese slices if they cost $3.18 for 12 slices?

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The unit price is $3.18 / 12 slices = $0.265 per slice.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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