Notes For Test Oct 21- Oct 25 Flashcards
What is a rate?
A rate is a ratio that compares two different kinds of quantities.
True or False: A unit rate is a rate with a denominator of one.
True
If a car travels 300 miles in 5 hours, what is the unit rate in miles per hour?
60 miles per hour
Fill in the blank: A rate that compares the number of items to the number of people is called a __________.
unit rate
What is the formula to calculate a unit rate?
Divide the numerator by the denominator.
What is the unit rate of 150 calories burned in 30 minutes?
5 calories per minute
True or False: All rates can be converted into unit rates.
True
In a recipe, if 4 cups of flour are used for 2 loaves of bread, what is the unit rate of flour per loaf?
2 cups of flour per loaf
What is the relationship between rates and ratios?
Rates are a specific type of ratio that compares different units.
If a worker earns $420 for 30 hours of work, what is their hourly rate?
$14 per hour
Fill in the blank: A rate of speed is expressed as __________.
distance per time
What is a common example of a unit rate in grocery shopping?
Price per item or price per pound.
True or False: A ratio of 1:3 can be considered a rate.
False
How do you convert a rate to a unit rate?
Divide both quantities by the denominator.
What is the unit rate for 240 miles in 4 hours?
60 miles per hour