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 'per' something, like miles per hour or price per item.

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units. For example, if you have 15 gallons of gas for $45, the unit rate is $45 ÷ 15 = $3 per gallon.

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If I paid $15 for 6 gallons of gasoline, what is the price per gallon?

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$2.50 per gallon.

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Joshua drove 90 miles on 15 gallons of gas. What is the unit rate in miles per gallon?

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6 miles per gallon.

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Jack jumps 40 times in 4 minutes. How many times does he jump in 1 minute?

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10 times per minute.

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My mother bought 9 candy bars for $13.50. What is the price per candy bar?

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$1.50 per candy bar.

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Harry bought 25 pens for $1.00. What is the unit rate per pen?

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$0.04 per pen.

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity ÷ Number of Units.

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If a car travels 300 miles using 10 gallons of gas, what is the fuel efficiency in miles per gallon?

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30 miles per gallon.

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How can unit rates help in making decisions?

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Unit rates allow for easy comparison of prices or efficiencies, helping consumers make informed choices.