Proportional Relationships in Tables and Graphs

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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 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 corresponding values are the same.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What does it mean for a graph to be proportional?

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A graph is proportional if it is a straight line that passes through the origin (0,0).

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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) is significant because a proportional relationship must pass through this point.

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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.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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How can you determine if a graph represents a proportional relationship?

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You can determine if a graph represents a proportional relationship by checking if it is a straight line that passes through the origin.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is a constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant ratio between two proportional quantities, often represented as 'k' in the equation y = kx.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What does it mean if a table shows a non-proportional relationship?

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If a table shows a non-proportional relationship, the ratios of the values are not constant.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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Can a graph be proportional if it does not pass through the origin?

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No, a graph cannot be proportional if it does not pass through the origin.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is an example of a proportional relationship in real life?

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An example of a proportional relationship in real life is the relationship between distance and time at a constant speed.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A