Unit Rates

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a rate in which the unit in the denominator is 1.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the quantity in the numerator by the quantity in the denominator.

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If a car travels 300 miles in 5 hours, what is the unit rate in miles per hour?

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60 miles per hour.

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Which is the better deal: $2.98 for 15 oz of Oreos or $2.50 for 14 oz of Chips Ahoy?

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Chips Ahoy is the better deal.

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What is the unit rate of $20.40 earned in 3 hours?

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$6.80 per hour.

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If 9 candy bars cost $13.50, what is the price per candy bar?

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$1.50 per candy bar.

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What is the formula for finding the unit price?

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Unit Price = Total Price / Quantity.

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If a recipe calls for 4 cups of flour for 2 loaves of bread, what is the unit rate of flour per loaf?

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2 cups of flour per loaf.

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How do you compare unit rates?

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Convert both rates to the same unit and compare the values.

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If a person earns $15 for 3 hours of work, what is their hourly rate?

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$5 per hour.