The Big Barbecue Day: Unit Rates
Activity Description
This activity aims to ensure students comprehend the concept of unit rates and their significance in comparing the cost of products, which is a fundamental skill in practical mathematics.
Storyline: You are planning a big family barbecue and need to buy ingredients. There are three stores from which you can purchase, "Farm Fresh", "Market Bargain", and "Quality Stores". You're working with a budget, and your objective is to locate the most cost-effective store for each ingredient.
Following are the ingredients to be purchased:
- Hot Dog Buns
- Hamburgers
- Lettuce
- Ketchup
- Potato Chips
- Soda
- Ice Cream
By placing mathematical concepts within the real-world context of planning a family event, students will see the direct relevance of math in everyday decision-making.
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Learning Objective
Students will understand the concept of unit rates, fractions, and ratios, apply mathematical concepts in real-world scenarios, develop budgeting skills, and hone their problem-solving abilities by comparing unit rates across different stores to identify the most cost-effective options for each ingredient
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