Question

A certain type of cereal costs $3.79 for 19.5 ounces. What is the unit rate?

A. 0.19
B. 23.29
C. 5.15
D. 1.19

Answer 1

To find the unit rate, we divide the cost by the number of ounces: $3.79/19.5 ounces = $0.19/ounce. The unit rate is $0.19/ounce.

Choice A is the correct answer.