Question

write the unit rate for the situation.
24 animals in 2 square miles
□ animals per square mile

Explanation:

Step1: Define unit rate goal

We need to find animals per 1 square mile, so divide total animals by total square miles.

Step2: Calculate unit rate

$\frac{24 \text{ animals}}{2 \text{ square miles}} = 12 \text{ animals per square mile}$

Answer:

12 animals per square mile