Constant of Proportionality - Graphs & Tables (no equations)

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What is the Constant of Proportionality?

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The Constant of Proportionality is the ratio between two proportional quantities, indicating how one quantity changes in relation to another.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How can you identify if a graph is proportional?

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

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What does a proportional relationship look like on a graph?

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A proportional relationship on a graph appears as a straight line that passes through the origin.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the Constant of Proportionality in a table?

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The Constant of Proportionality in a table is found by dividing the values of one column by the corresponding values of another column.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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If a graph shows a straight line through the origin, is it proportional?

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Yes, if a graph shows a straight line through the origin, it is proportional.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the Constant of Proportionality if the ratio of y to x is 6?

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The Constant of Proportionality is 6.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How do you find the Constant of Proportionality from a graph?

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To find the Constant of Proportionality from a graph, determine the slope of the line, which represents the ratio of y to x.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What does it mean if a graph is non-proportional?

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

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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If a table shows values of (2, 4), (3, 6), (4, 8), what is the Constant of Proportionality?

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The Constant of Proportionality is 2, as each y-value is 2 times the corresponding x-value.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is the significance of the Constant of Proportionality in real-life situations?

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The Constant of Proportionality helps to understand relationships between quantities, such as speed, density, and pricing.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B