Calculating Unit Rates
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Learning Objective
I can calculate unit rates from ratios and proportional relationships.
Lesson Flow
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Rates and Unit Rates | Math with Mr. J
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Rates compare and show the relationship between quantities with different units.
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A unit rate is a rate with a denominator of one; it shows per one unit.
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To find a unit rate, divide the numerator and denominator of the rate by the denominator to get a denominator of one.
Practice
3 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Sarah earns $75 in 5 hours. What is Sarah's hourly wage (unit rate)? Show your work.”
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