Exploring Unit Rates and Their Applications

The video tutorial explains unit rates, which compare two different units, and provides examples such as $12 for 3 pounds of ham, translating to $4 per pound. It discusses unit prices, which help consumers make informed decisions by comparing prices per unit. Practical examples include calculating unit rates for hotel stays, gas, and groceries. The video also covers comparing unit rates to find better deals, such as choosing between different stores or job offers based on unit rates.

What does a unit rate compare?

• Two numerical values

• Two similar units

• Two similar quantities

• Two different units

What is the unit rate if you buy three pounds of ham for $12?

• $36 in total

• $3 per pound

• $4 per pound

• $12 per pound

Why is 'per' often used in discussing rates?

• To indicate multiplication

• To indicate division

• To indicate subtraction

• To indicate addition

What is generally the first unit in a rate involving money?

• Time

• Distance

• Money

• Weight

How do you calculate the unit price of an apple if 4 apples cost $5?

• $20 per apple

• $5 per apple

• $1.25 per apple

• $0.80 per apple

What would be the unit rate for a hotel charging $255 for three nights?

• $85 per night

• $255 per night

• $765 in total

• $170 per night

If Mr. Smith paid $48 for 12 gallons of gas, what is the unit rate per gallon?

• $4 per gallon

• $12 per gallon

• $48 per gallon

• $576 in total

Which store offers a better unit price for melons, Store A at $0.40 per melon or Store B at $0.30 per melon?

• Both are the same

• Store A

• Store B

• Neither

How much would you save by buying 20 melons from Store B instead of Store A?

• $20

• $10

• $5

• $2

Which babysitting job offers a better unit rate, Family A at $7.50 per hour or Family B at $7 per hour?

• Both offer the same rate

• Neither

• Family B

• Family A