5.4 Graphing Ratios

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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How do you graph a ratio?

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To graph a ratio, plot the values of the two quantities on the x and y axes, respectively, and draw a line or curve to represent the relationship.

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What does it mean if two quantities are in a constant ratio?

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It means that as one quantity increases or decreases, the other quantity does so in a consistent manner, maintaining the same proportion.

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If a table shows the ratio of bags sold to days, how can you find the number of bags sold on a specific day?

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You can use the ratio to set up a proportion and solve for the unknown quantity.

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What is the purpose of a ratio table?

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A ratio table helps organize pairs of numbers that have a constant ratio, making it easier to see patterns and relationships.

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How can you determine the increase in sales from a ratio table?

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By comparing the values in the table, you can calculate the difference between the quantities sold over a period.

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If Kiara runs for 12 minutes, how many minutes would she have walked if the ratio of running to walking is 1:10?

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120 minutes.

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What is the relationship between ratios and proportions?

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Ratios compare two quantities, while proportions state that two ratios are equal.

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How do you complete a ratio table?

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To complete a ratio table, use the known ratios to calculate the missing values by maintaining the same proportion.

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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, often expressed as 'per'.