Constant of Proportionality

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant value (k) that relates two proportional quantities, defined as the ratio of one quantity to another.

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How do you find the constant of proportionality from an equation?

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In an equation of the form y = kx, the constant of proportionality (k) is the coefficient of x.

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What does a constant of proportionality of k = 4 mean in a real-world context?

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It means that for every unit increase in x, y increases by 4 units.

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If y = 3x, what is the constant of proportionality?

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k = 3.

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What is the relationship between proportionality and linear equations?

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Proportional relationships can be represented by linear equations that pass through the origin (0,0).

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If a graph shows a straight line through the origin, what can you conclude?

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The relationship is proportional, and the slope of the line represents the constant of proportionality.

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How can you determine if a table represents a proportional relationship?

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Check if the ratios of corresponding values are constant across the table.

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What does it mean if a relationship is not proportional?

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It means that the ratio of the two quantities is not constant.

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If the constant of proportionality is k = 1/2, what does this imply?

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For every 2 units of x, y increases by 1 unit.

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What is the equation for a proportional relationship with a constant of proportionality of k = 5?

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y = 5x.