Unit Rate

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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 1 hour, the unit rate is 60 miles per hour.

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

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total cost by the quantity. For example, if 15 tickets cost $71.25, the unit rate is $71.25 ÷ 15 = $4.75 per ticket.

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What is the unit rate for 20 adult movie tickets sold for $250?

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The unit rate is $250 ÷ 20 = $12.50 per adult ticket.

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How do you determine which option is a better buy?

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To determine the better buy, calculate the unit rate for each option and compare them. The option with the lowest unit rate is the better buy.

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What is the unit rate for 5 senior tickets sold for $37.50?

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The unit rate is $37.50 ÷ 5 = $7.50 per senior ticket.

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If a 6-pack of t-shirts costs $3.12, what is the unit rate per t-shirt?

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The unit rate is $3.12 ÷ 6 = $0.52 per t-shirt.

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What is an example of a real-world unit rate?

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An example of a real-world unit rate is miles per hour, which measures speed.

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How do you convert a total cost into a unit rate?

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To convert a total cost into a unit rate, divide the total cost by the number of items or units.

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What is the unit rate for 15 child tickets sold for $71.25?

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The unit rate is $71.25 ÷ 15 = $4.75 per child ticket.

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What is the formula for calculating unit rate?

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Unit Rate = Total Cost ÷ Quantity.