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 a proportion?

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To solve a proportion, cross-multiply the terms and then solve for the unknown variable.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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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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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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If 12 ounces of shampoo lasts 16 weeks, how long will 18 ounces last?

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24 weeks.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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A car travels 50 miles in 40 minutes. How far does it travel in 20 minutes?

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25 miles.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the formula for finding a missing value in a proportion?

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If a/b = c/d, then ad = bc.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How can proportions be used in real-life situations?

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Proportions can be used to solve problems involving scaling, such as recipes, maps, and model building.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the relationship between ratios and proportions?

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Ratios are the building blocks of proportions; a proportion states that two ratios are equal.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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If x/5 = 3/15, what is x?

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x = 1.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.1