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 a quantity of one. For example, if you buy 6 apples for $3, the unit rate is $0.50 per apple.

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How do you calculate the unit rate?

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To calculate the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the total cost. For example, if 5 bags of apples cost $25.40, the unit rate is $25.40 ÷ 5 = $5.08 per bag.

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If 3 pounds of beef jerky cost $44.25, what is the cost per pound?

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The cost per pound is $44.25 ÷ 3 = $14.75.

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How do you determine which deal is better when comparing prices?

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To determine which deal is better, 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 7 lollipops cost $16.10, how much do 6 lollipops cost?

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First, find the unit rate: $16.10 ÷ 7 = $2.30 per lollipop. Then, multiply by 6: $2.30 × 6 = $13.80.

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What is the unit price of scarves in September if 5 scarves cost $28.35?

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The unit price is $28.35 ÷ 5 = $5.67 per scarf.

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If 7 scarves cost $40.39, what is the unit price?

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The unit price is $40.39 ÷ 7 = $5.77 per scarf.

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Which month had a higher cost per scarf: September or October?

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October had a higher cost per scarf at $5.77 compared to September's $5.67.

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If a store sells 3 video games for $56.28, what is the price per game?

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The price per game is $56.28 ÷ 3 = $18.76.

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How much would 7 video games cost if they are sold at $18.76 each?

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7 video games would cost 7 × $18.76 = $131.32.