Unit Rates

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as a value per one unit.

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How do you calculate the unit rate from a total cost and quantity?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total cost by the quantity. For example, if a bike rental costs $79.80 for 6 hours, the unit rate is $79.80 ÷ 6 = $13.30 per hour.

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What is the formula for finding the unit price of an item?

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The unit price can be found using the formula: Unit Price = Total Price ÷ Quantity.

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If 3 movie tickets cost $29.25, what is the unit price per ticket?

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The unit price per ticket is $29.25 ÷ 3 = $9.75.

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How do you determine which deal is better when comparing prices?

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To determine which deal is better, calculate the unit price for each option and compare them. The option with the lower unit price is the better deal.

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What is the unit rate of a train traveling 1,230 miles in 5 hours?

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The unit rate is calculated as 1,230 miles ÷ 5 hours = 246 miles per hour.

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When comparing two different quantities, what is the importance of finding the unit rate?

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Finding the unit rate allows for a fair comparison between different quantities, helping to identify the better value.

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If you can buy 6 bags of apples for $31.02, what is the unit price per bag?

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The unit price per bag is $31.02 ÷ 6 = $5.17.

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What is the unit price of apples at the orchard if 5 bags cost $25.40?

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The unit price at the orchard is $25.40 ÷ 5 = $5.08 per bag.

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How do you compare two different unit prices to find the better deal?

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Compare the unit prices directly; the lower unit price indicates the better deal.