Understanding Ratios and Rates

Kristen·

Math

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SubjectMath

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rates and ratios intervention 6-8th grade

This learning resource focuses on understanding ratios and rates. It defines ratios as comparisons of two quantities with the same units and rates as special ratios that compare different units. Examples illustrate these concepts with various applications, including cooking and pricing. Guided practice activities reinforce the material by asking students to apply these concepts to real-life scenarios, such as recipe conversions and cost comparisons. The resource includes worked examples, practice exercises, and a problem-solving framework to further aid comprehension and application in everyday situations. Additionally, it emphasizes visual methods for comparing rates and includes sections for self-assessment and exit tickets to gauge understanding.