Solving Proportions

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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 isolate the variable.

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If 36 baseball cards cost $18, what is the cost per card?

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The cost per card is $0.50.

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If Troy has $9, how many baseball cards can he buy at $0.50 each?

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Troy can buy 18 baseball cards.

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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.

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Solve the proportion: 3/4 = x/12. What is x?

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x = 9.

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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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It means that they represent the same relationship between quantities.

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If x/5 = 3/15, what is the value of x?

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x = 1.

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What is the first step in solving the equation 2x = 10?

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Divide both sides by 2.

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If 5/8 = x/32, what is x?

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x = 20.