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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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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How do you solve for x in a proportion?

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Cross-multiply the two ratios and then solve for x.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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If 48 tests can be graded in 1 minute, how many tests can be graded in 6.25 minutes?

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300 tests.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If a hamburger costs $6 for 3 pounds, how much does it cost per pound?

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$2 per pound.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If two figures are similar, what does that mean?

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It means that their corresponding angles are equal and their corresponding sides are in proportion.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

CCSS.HSG.CO.B.6

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What is the formula for finding a missing side in similar figures?

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(Side1/Side2) = (MissingSide1/MissingSide2).

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.A.2

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If x/5 = 2/10, what is the value of x?

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x = 1.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How do you find the total cost when buying in bulk?

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Multiply the unit price by the total quantity.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If a recipe requires 2 cups of flour for 4 servings, how much flour is needed for 10 servings?

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5 cups of flour.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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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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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A