Proportional or not

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What does it mean for two ratios to be proportional?

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Two ratios are proportional if they express the same relationship between numbers, meaning they can be simplified to the same fraction.

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How can you determine if two ratios are proportional?

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You can determine if two ratios are proportional by cross-multiplying and checking if the products are equal.

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Is 11/3 proportional to 33/9?

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Yes, because 11/3 = 33/9 when simplified.

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Is 5/4 proportional to 35/28?

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Yes, because 5/4 = 35/28 when simplified.

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Is 8/9 proportional to 16/18?

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Yes, because 8/9 = 16/18 when simplified.

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Is 5/6 proportional to 60/50?

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Yes, because 5/6 = 60/50 when simplified.

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Is 8/3 proportional to 32/12?

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Yes, because 8/3 = 32/12 when simplified.

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What is the cross-multiplication method?

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The cross-multiplication method involves multiplying the numerator of one ratio by the denominator of the other ratio and vice versa to check for equality.

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

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An example of a proportional relationship is the speed of a car, where distance traveled is proportional to time taken at a constant speed.

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What is a non-proportional relationship?

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A non-proportional relationship is when two quantities do not maintain a constant ratio or rate.

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