Complex Fractions and Unit Rate

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What is a complex fraction?

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A fraction with a fraction in the numerator, denominator, or both.

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What is the unit rate?

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The unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity.

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If a recipe requires 2/3 cup of sugar for 1/3 batch of brownies, how much sugar is needed for 1 batch?

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2 cups

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How do you simplify a complex fraction?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator by the least common denominator (LCD) of the fractions.

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What does it mean to find the unit rate of a quantity?

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To find the unit rate, divide the quantity by the number of units to express it per one unit.

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What is the relationship between complex fractions and unit rates?

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Complex fractions can be simplified to find unit rates, which express quantities per one unit.

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If 5 apples cost $3, what is the unit rate per apple?

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$0.60 per apple.