Understanding Unit Rates
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Objective
I can understand the concept of a unit rate a/b associated with a ratio a:b.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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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 denominator to equal one; whatever you do to the bottom, you must do to the top.
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Practice
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What is the key difference between a rate and a unit rate?
A baker uses 12 cups of flour for every 3 loaves of bread. What is the unit rate of cups of flour per loaf of bread?
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“Sarah earns $75 in 5 hours. What is her unit rate in dollars per hour? Show your work.”
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