Determine the unit rate for 1 bag of chips if 5 bags cost $6.25; the proportional relationship is described by 5y=$6.25×

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To find the unit rate for 1 bag of chips, first, we need to find the cost of one bag based on the information given about the cost of 5 bags.

  1. Start with the equation providing the relationship: \[ 5y = 6.25 \] where \( y \) represents the cost of 1 bag of chips.

  2. To find \( y \), divide both sides of the equation by 5: \[ y = \frac{6.25}{5} \]

  3. Now, calculate the right-hand side: \[ y = 1.25 \]

This means the cost of one bag of chips is $1.25. Therefore, the unit rate for 1 bag of chips is $1.25 per bag.