Unit Rate, Rates & Proportions

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities where one of the quantities is expressed as a quantity of one. For example, if a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours, the unit rate is 50 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate the unit cost of an item?

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To calculate the unit cost, divide the total cost by the number of units. For example, if 15 pizzas cost $97.50, the unit cost per pizza is $97.50 ÷ 15 = $6.50.

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal. For example, if 1/2 = 2/4, then these two ratios are in proportion.

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How do you determine which item is a better buy?

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To determine which item is a better buy, calculate the unit price for each item and compare them. The item with the lower unit price is the better buy.

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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The formula for finding the unit rate is: Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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If a car travels 120 miles in 2 hours, what is its speed in miles per hour?

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The speed is 60 miles per hour, calculated as 120 miles ÷ 2 hours.

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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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If two ratios are equivalent, it means they represent the same relationship between quantities. For example, 1:2 is equivalent to 2:4.

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How can you express a rate?

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A rate can be expressed as a ratio that compares two different kinds of quantities, such as miles per hour or cost per item.

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What is the cost per pound of a 20-lb bag of dog food that costs $23.44?

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The cost per pound is $1.17, calculated as $23.44 ÷ 20 lbs.

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If you earn $96 for mowing 8 lawns, how much do you earn per lawn?

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You earn $12 per lawn, calculated as $96 ÷ 8 lawns.