Write the rate as a unit rate.
4,261,900 people living in 11,500 square
A) 370.6 people per square mi
B) 360.6 people per square mi
C) 350.6 people per square mi
D) 380.6 people per square mi
E) 390.6 people per square mi

Question

Write the rate as a unit rate.
4,261,900 people living in 11,500  square
A) 370.6 people per square mi
B) 360.6  people per square mi
C) 350.6  people per square mi
D) 380.6  people per square mi
E) 390.6  people per square mi

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the unit rate, divide the number of people by the number of square miles:
4,261,900 / 11,500 = 370.6
Therefore, the rate is 370.6 people per square mile, which is answer choice A.

Write the Rate as a Unit Rate