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Finding a Rate by Dividing Two Quantities Lesson PlanFinding a Rate by Dividing Two Quantities Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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Grade
6th
Subjects
Math
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Duration
45 mins
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Collaborative Learning
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Year
2015
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Language
English, Arabic
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Finding a Rate by Dividing Two Quantities

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Develop the right station to solve rate word problems. The 18th lesson in a series of 29 starts by interpreting the aspects of rates with two different quantities. Pupils use the interpretation of rates to solve problems, and groups work through six stations to solve rate word problems.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

ratios, rates, miles per hour, unit rates

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Lead a discussion on why one cannot divide two different quantities
  • Brainstorm other rates that are used on a regular basis

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires the set up of six stations

Pros

  • Examples show the process of multiplying the quantities to arrive at the appropriate quantity
  • The handout contains an organizer for the station activities

Cons

  • None

Common Core

6.RP.A.2

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