Understanding Ratios and Unit Rates

Why is it important to convert units when comparing two quantities?

• To confuse the students

• To ensure a fair comparison

• To make the numbers look bigger

• To avoid using calculators

What is the unit rate for the bakery's cupcakes?

• 70 cents per cupcake

• 12 cupcakes for $10

• 83 cents per cupcake

• 10 cupcakes for $12

How do you determine which store offers a better deal on cupcakes?

• By comparing the store locations

• By comparing the total number of cupcakes

• By comparing the price per cupcake

• By comparing the total price

What was Sergio's target cycling speed?

• 20 miles per hour

• 25 miles per hour

• 30 miles per hour

• 28 miles per hour

How many square feet does Bronwyn mow in one hour?

• 18,000 square feet

• 12,000 square feet

• 36,000 square feet

• 15,000 square feet

What is the first step in solving a problem involving exponents and speed comparison?

• Choose the power and put the fit

• Divide the base by the exponent

• Multiply the base by itself

• Add the exponents together

How do you find the equivalent ratio when calculating distances?

• Multiply both fractions by 2

• Subtract the smaller fraction from the larger one

• Use the multiplicative inverse

• Add the numerators and denominators

What is the first step in solving the map distance problem?

• Convert all measurements to inches

• Add the fractions together

• Divide the given fractions

• Multiply the fractions directly

Why is it useful to write a ratio as a unit rate?

• It makes the ratio more complex

• It makes the ratio harder to compare

• It simplifies understanding and problem-solving

• It increases the number of steps required

What should you do if you make a mistake while solving a math problem?

• Erase everything and start over

• Ignore the mistake and continue

• Keep going and try to correct it

• Give up and move on