6th Grade · Ratios & Proportional Relationships
Unit Price
6.RP.A.2
Definition
The cost of one unit of an item, found by dividing the total price by the quantity.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- $6 for 3 lbs = $2 per pound (the unit price).
- Divide total cost by the number of units to compare deals.
Key rule
Divide total cost by quantity to find the unit price.
Memory hook
Cost for just one — use it to compare deals.