Calculating Unit Rates

7th GradeMath25 min

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Learning Objective

I can calculate unit rates from ratios and proportional relationships.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

Rates and Unit Rates | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J

Guided Notes

5 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Rates compare and show the relationship between quantities with different units.

  • A unit rate is a rate with a denominator of one; it shows per one unit.

  • To find a unit rate, divide the numerator and denominator of the rate by the denominator to get a denominator of one.

Practice

10 min

3 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Sarah earns $75 in 5 hours. What is Sarah's hourly wage (unit rate)? Show your work.

Teacher Guide

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