Question

The diagram shows the relationship between the number of lemons and oranges needed for a juice recipe.

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Based on the diagram, what is the unit rate for this recipe?

A.
3.5 lemons per orange
B.
3.5 oranges per lemon
C.
2.5 lemons per orange
D.
2.5 oranges per lemon

Answer 1

D. 2.5 oranges per lemon.

Each row shows 1 lemon corresponds to 2.5 oranges, so the unit rate is 2.5 oranges for every 1 lemon.