Question

Mike pays $20 per hour for algebra tutoring. The equation y = 20x relates the cost of tutoring (y) to the number of hours (x) he is tutored. Identify the unit rate in the equation.

Answer 1

The unit rate is $20 per hour?

Explanation:

For every hour Mike is tutored, he pays $20. 20:1

If Mike payed $20 every two hours, then the unit rate would be $10 per hour.