Equivalent Rates
Examples, solutions, videos, and worksheets to help Grade 5 students learn about equivalent rates.
How to Find Equivalent Rates?
Equivalent Rates/Proportions
Equivalent rates are also sometimes called proportions.
This video will explain three methods of solving equivalent rates word problems.
Method 1: Unit Rates
If 5 pairs of socks cost $15, how much does 11 pairs of socks cost?
Method 2: Multiply or Divide across
Eli is making guacamole. He uses 2 tablespoons of cilantro for every 3 avacados. At this rate, how many tablespoons of cilantro will he need for 9 avacados?
Method 3: Cross Products
Eli is making guacamole. He uses 2 tablespoons of cilantro for every 3 avacados. At this rate, how many tablespoons of cilantro will he need for 9 avacados?
Equivalent Rates
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