Proportions

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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How do you solve a proportion?

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To solve a proportion, cross-multiply the terms and then isolate the variable.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together, expressed as a quantity per one unit.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If a young dolphin catches 8 fish, how many does an old dolphin catch if it catches three times as many?

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24 fish.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.2

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What does it mean for a relationship to be proportional?

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A relationship is proportional if two quantities maintain a constant ratio.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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

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Check if the ratios of the corresponding values are equivalent.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is the unit rate for Madeline who ran 21.7 miles in 7 hours?

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3.1 miles per hour.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If k/3 = 5, what is the value of k?

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k = 15.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.4

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What is the first step in solving a proportion?

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Cross-multiply the terms.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is the definition of a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2