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What is a unit price?

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The unit price is the cost per single unit of measure, allowing for comparison of prices between different quantities or sizes.

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How do you calculate the unit price?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price by the number of units (e.g., price per ounce, price per yard).

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If Doritos cost $4.39 for 11.5 oz, what is the unit price?

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Unit price = $4.39 / 11.5 oz = $0.38 per oz.

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If Cheetos cost $3.24 for 9.75 oz, what is the unit price?

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Unit price = $3.24 / 9.75 oz = $0.33 per oz.

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Which is the better deal: Doritos or Cheetos?

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Cheetos is the better deal because it has a lower unit price.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the formula to find the better deal between two options?

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Compare the unit prices of both options; the one with the lower unit price is the better deal.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If babysitting for 8 hours earns $72.00, what is the hourly rate?

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Hourly rate = $72.00 / 8 hours = $9.00 per hour.

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If babysitting for 6 hours earns $57.00, what is the hourly rate?

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Hourly rate = $57.00 / 6 hours = $9.50 per hour.

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Which is the better deal for babysitting: 8 hours or 6 hours?

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8 hours is the better deal because it has a lower hourly rate.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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How do you compare two prices for the same item?

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Calculate the unit price for each option and compare them.

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