Unit Rates and Rates Practice

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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 'per' something, such as dollars per pound or miles per hour.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if you spend $40 on 5 pounds of concrete, the unit rate is $40 ÷ 5 = $8 per pound.

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What is the unit rate of 20 customers in 8 minutes?

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The unit rate is 20 customers ÷ 8 minutes = 2.5 customers per minute.

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If you buy 3 pounds of granola for $3.75, how do you find the unit rate?

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Divide the total cost by the number of pounds: $3.75 ÷ 3 pounds = $1.25 per pound.

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What is the price per gallon if it costs $46.80 to fill a 13-gallon tank?

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To find the price per gallon, divide the total cost by the number of gallons: $46.80 ÷ 13 gallons = $3.60 per gallon.

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How do you find the speed in miles per hour if you travel 195 miles in 3 hours?

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Divide the total distance by the total time: 195 miles ÷ 3 hours = 65 miles per hour.

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

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Unit rates help compare prices, speeds, and other quantities, making it easier to make informed decisions in everyday situations.

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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How can unit rates be used to compare different products?

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Unit rates allow consumers to determine which product offers the best value by comparing the cost per unit, such as price per ounce or price per mile.

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What is the formula for calculating unit rates?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.