Unit Rate with Fractions

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together. It is expressed as a quantity per one unit of another quantity.

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How do you find the constant of proportionality from a table?

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To find the constant of proportionality, divide the value of one quantity by the value of the other quantity for any pair of corresponding values in the table.

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What does it mean if a table is not proportional?

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If a table is not proportional, it means that the ratio of the two quantities does not remain constant as the values change.

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How do you calculate beats per minute (b) from the number of beats (n) heard?

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What is the formula for finding mileage in miles per gallon?

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What is the constant of proportionality in a proportional relationship?

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The constant of proportionality is the ratio between two proportional quantities, often represented as k.

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How do you express a fraction as a unit rate?

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To express a fraction as a unit rate, divide the numerator by the denominator to find the value per one unit.

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What is the relationship between unit rates and ratios?

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Unit rates are a specific type of ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity.

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How can you determine if two quantities are proportional?

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Two quantities are proportional if their ratios are equal or if the constant of proportionality is the same for all pairs of values.

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What is the significance of the constant of proportionality in real-world applications?

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The constant of proportionality helps to understand relationships between quantities, such as speed, cost, and density.