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 table shows a proportional relationship if the ratios of corresponding values are equal.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What does it mean if a graph passes through the origin?

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If a graph passes through the origin (0,0), it indicates a proportional relationship between the variables.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant ratio between two proportional quantities, often represented as 'k'.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How do you determine if a table is proportional?

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To determine if a table is proportional, check if the ratio of y to x is the same for all pairs of values.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What does a non-proportional graph look like?

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A non-proportional graph does not pass through the origin and does not maintain a constant ratio.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the formula for finding the constant of proportionality?

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The formula is k = y/x, where k is the constant of proportionality.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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Can a proportional relationship be represented by a linear equation?

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Yes, a proportional relationship can be represented by a linear equation of the form y = kx.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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

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An example is the relationship between distance and time when traveling at a constant speed.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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

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Proportional relationships have a constant ratio, while non-proportional relationships do not.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D