Proportional Relationships in Tables, Graphs, and Equations

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What is a proportional relationship?

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A proportional relationship is a relationship between two quantities where the ratio of one quantity to the other quantity is constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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How can you identify a proportional relationship in a table?

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A proportional relationship in a table can be identified if the ratios of the corresponding values in each row are the same.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as 'per' something, such as '2 cm per hour'.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What does it mean if a graph represents a proportional relationship?

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If a graph represents a proportional relationship, it will be a straight line that passes through the origin (0,0).

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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How can you determine if a graph is non-proportional?

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A graph is non-proportional if it does not pass through the origin or if it is not a straight line.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the significance of the origin in proportional relationships?

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The origin (0,0) signifies that when one quantity is zero, the other quantity is also zero, indicating a direct proportionality.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the difference between proportional and non-proportional relationships?

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Proportional relationships have a constant ratio and pass through the origin, while non-proportional relationships do not maintain a constant ratio and may not pass through the origin.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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How can you represent a proportional relationship using an equation?

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A proportional relationship can be represented by the equation y = kx, where k is the constant of proportionality.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant value (k) that relates the two quantities in a proportional relationship.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How do you find the unit rate from a proportional relationship?

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To find the unit rate, divide the total quantity by the number of units, resulting in the amount per one unit.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B