What is the rate and unit rate of 2 comic books for 2 dollars?

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To find the rate and unit rate of 2 comic books for 2 dollars, we analyze the information provided.

  1. Rate: The rate is simply the ratio of the quantity of comic books to the cost. In this case, the rate is:

    • 2 comic books for 2 dollars.
  2. Unit Rate: The unit rate represents the cost per single comic book. To find the unit rate, we divide the total cost by the total number of comic books:

    • Unit rate = Total cost / Total comic books
    • Unit rate = 2 dollars / 2 comic books = 1 dollar per comic book.

So, the rate is 2 comic books for 2 dollars, and the unit rate is 1 dollar per comic book.