6th Grade · Ratios & Proportional Relationships
Rate
6.RP.A.2
Definition
A ratio that compares two quantities measured in different units, such as miles per hour.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- 120 miles over 2 hours is a rate — two different units.
- 60 miles per 1 hour is also a rate.
Key rule
A rate always has two different units.
Memory hook
Different units, compared.