Unit 7 Unit Rates 2024

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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 one unit. For example, if you travel 60 miles in 2 hours, the unit rate is 30 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the quantity of one item by the quantity of another item. For example, if you have 12 apples for $3, the unit rate is $3/12 apples = $0.25 per apple.

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If Karen processed 18 orders in 3 days, how many orders did she process per day?

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6 orders per day.

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What is the unit price of gas if 12 gallons cost $33?

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$2.75 per gallon.

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How do you find the better deal between two options?

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To find the better deal, calculate the unit rate for each option and compare them. The option with the lower unit rate is the better deal.

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If Alex bought 4 pounds of bananas for $6, what is the cost per pound?

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$1.50 per pound.

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What is the average speed if a bus travels 300 miles in 5 hours?

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60 miles per hour.

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

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$2.50 per gallon.

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What is the formula for calculating unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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If a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours, what is the speed in miles per hour?

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50 miles per hour.