Rates & Unit Rates

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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 expresses how much of one quantity corresponds to one unit of another quantity.

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How do you calculate the unit rate from a given quantity and cost?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the total cost. For example, if you buy 36 cookies for $4, the unit rate is 36 cookies ÷ 4 dollars = 9 cookies per dollar.

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If you can buy 36 cookies for $4, what is the unit rate in cookies per dollar?

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9 cookies per dollar.

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What is the unit rate in dollars per pound if you spend $40 on 5 pounds of concrete?

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$8 per pound.

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How do you find the distance traveled at a constant speed?

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To find the distance traveled at a constant speed, use the formula: Distance = Speed × Time.

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If Ernie travels 195 miles in 3 hours, how far will he travel in 5 hours?

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325 miles.

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What does the median represent in a box plot?

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The median represents the middle value of a data set when it is ordered from least to greatest.

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If Mr. Daggett bought 6 pizzas for $48, how much would 9 pizzas cost?

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$72.

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What is the formula to calculate the unit price?

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Unit Price = Total Price ÷ Quantity.

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If a car travels 60 miles in 1 hour, what is its speed in miles per hour?

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60 miles per hour.