Proportion Word Problems

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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, you can cross-multiply and then divide to find the unknown value.

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What is the formula for finding the width of a rectangle when the height is enlarged?

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Width after enlargement = (New Height / Original Height) x Original Width.

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If a rectangle's dimensions are doubled, what happens to its area?

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The area becomes four times larger because area is calculated as length x width.

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What is the relationship between currency exchange rates and proportions?

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Currency exchange rates can be viewed as a proportion between two currencies.

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If you have $X and each item costs $Y, how many items can you buy?

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Number of items = X / Y.

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What is the height of a rectangle if its width is enlarged proportionally?

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Height after enlargement = (New Width / Original Width) x Original Height.

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What does it mean to enlarge a shape proportionally?

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To enlarge a shape proportionally means to increase its dimensions by the same factor.

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If 1 star fruit costs $2, how much do 8 star fruits cost?

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8 star fruits cost $16.

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What is the exchange rate if $1 equals 8 Bolivianos?

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The exchange rate is 1:8, meaning for every dollar, you get 8 Bolivianos.