Solving Proportions Review

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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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How do you solve a proportion?

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

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What does it mean for two ratios to be proportional?

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Two ratios are proportional if they can be expressed as equivalent fractions.

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x = 26

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x = 5

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What is cross-multiplication?

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Cross-multiplication is a method used to solve proportions by multiplying the numerator of one ratio by the denominator of the other ratio.

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The result is: a * d = b * c.

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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.

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x = 10.

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What is the relationship between similar sides and proportions?

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Similar sides of geometric figures have proportional lengths.