Question

the diagram shows the relationship between the number of lemons and oranges needed for a juice recipe. based on the diagram, what is the unit rate for this recipe? a. 3.5 oranges per lemon b. 2.5 lemons per orange c. 2.5 oranges per lemon d. 3.5 lemons per orange

Explanation:

Step1: Count total lemons and oranges

Total lemons = $3$, total oranges = $2 + 2 + 0.5 = 6.5$ correction: each row has 1 lemon + 2.5 oranges, so oranges per lemon = $2.5$

Step2: Confirm unit rate

Unit rate = $\frac{\text{Total Oranges}}{\text{Total Lemons}} = \frac{2.5}{1}$

Answer:

C. 2.5 oranges per lemon