Unit Rate and Rate Tables

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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 a car travels 60 miles in 1 hour, the unit rate is 60 miles per hour.

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How do you calculate a unit rate?

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To calculate a unit rate, divide the quantity of one item by the quantity of another item. For example, if you have 120 customers in 8 hours, divide 120 by 8 to find the unit rate of customers per hour.

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What is a rate table?

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A rate table is a table that shows the relationship between two quantities, often displaying how one quantity changes in relation to another. It helps in visualizing rates.

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If Jose swims 3 laps in 2 minutes, how many laps does he swim in 1 minute?

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1.5 laps.

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If John can solve 6 math problems in 20 minutes, what is his rate in problems per minute?

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0.3 problems per minute.

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If Jackie solves 6 math problems at a rate of 1 problem per 4 minutes, how many problems can she solve in 20 minutes?

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5 problems.

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What is the simplified ratio of 35 to 14?

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5:2.

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If hamburger sells for 3 pounds for $6, how much does it cost per pound?

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$2 per pound.

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How do you find the total cost when given a unit price?

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Multiply the unit price by the total quantity. For example, if the unit price is $2 per pound and you buy 10 pounds, the total cost is $20.

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What is the unit rate of customers per hour if Game Stop sees 120 customers in 8 hours?

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15 customers per hour.