MOD1 Flashcard on Unit Rate

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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 'x per 1 unit'.

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Which mathematical operation is primarily used to calculate unit rates?

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Division is the primary operation used to calculate unit rates.

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Provide an example of a unit rate.

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An example of a unit rate is $4 per candy bar.

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How do you find the unit rate from a given quantity?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units.

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What is the unit rate if a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours?

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The unit rate is 50 miles per hour.

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If a recipe requires 4 cups of flour for 2 cakes, what is the unit rate of flour per cake?

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The unit rate is 2 cups of flour per cake.

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What is the unit rate of 15 songs played in 3 hours?

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The unit rate is 5 songs per hour.

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How can you express a unit rate as a fraction?

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A unit rate can be expressed as a fraction where the numerator is the total quantity and the denominator is the number of units.

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

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Unit rates help compare different quantities and make informed decisions, such as determining the best price or speed.

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If a person earns $300 for 15 hours of work, what is their hourly rate?

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The hourly rate is $20 per hour.