Real-World Application of Ratios

The video tutorial introduces sixth-grade students to unit rates using real-world examples like the Burj Khalifa. It includes activities such as estimating the height of the Hyperion tree using the Statue of Liberty as a reference, calculating the time to wash all windows of the Burj Khalifa, and determining climbing distances over time. The lesson emphasizes using tables to organize data and find unit rates, followed by practice problems to reinforce learning.

What is the height of the Statue of Liberty used as a reference in the warm-up activity?

• 350 feet

• 250 feet

• 305 feet

• 400 feet

If the window washing crew can wash 15 windows in 18 minutes, how long will it take to wash 30 windows?

• 36 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 40 minutes

How many hours did it take the climber to reach the top of the Burj Khalifa?

• 6 hours

• 5 hours

• 7 hours

• 8 hours

In the climber activity, how far did the climber ascend in the first two hours?

• 250 meters

• 200 meters

• 300 meters

• 276 meters

If a climber ascends 828 meters in 6 hours, how far do they climb in 5 hours?

• 710 meters

• 680 meters

• 700 meters

• 690 meters

How far can an elevator travel in 12 seconds if it travels 310 feet in 10 seconds?

• 372 feet

• 360 feet

• 400 feet

• 350 feet

How much will Hans earn for babysitting 7 hours if he earns $33 for 4 hours?

• $57.75

• $60.00

• $50.00

• $55.00

What is the cost of one can of dog food if 5 cans cost $4.35?

• $0.90

• $0.87

• $0.85

• $0.80

How long will it take to clear and set 26 tables if it takes 10 minutes for 4 tables?

• 75 minutes

• 70 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 65 minutes

What is the unit rate of minutes per table if 4 tables take 10 minutes to clear and set?

• 2.5 minutes

• 3 minutes

• 3.5 minutes

• 2 minutes