Constant of Proportionality Review

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is a constant value that relates two proportional quantities, often represented as k in the equation y = kx.

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How do you find the constant of proportionality from a table?

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To find the constant of proportionality from a table, divide the value of one quantity by the corresponding value of the other quantity.

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What is the unit rate?

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The unit rate is the ratio of two measurements in which the second quantity is one unit. It is the same as the constant of proportionality.

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What is the equation for a proportional relationship?

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The equation for a proportional relationship is typically written as y = kx, where k is the constant of proportionality.

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If a table shows that 5 meals cost $26.25, what is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is $5.25 per meal.

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What does it mean if two packs of pens have the same cost per pen?

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It means that the unit price (cost per pen) is the same for both packs, indicating a proportional relationship.

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What is the relationship between constant of proportionality and unit price?

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The constant of proportionality is the same as the unit price when comparing the cost of items.

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If y = 18.50x, what is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is 18.50.

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How can you determine if two ratios are proportional?

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Two ratios are proportional if they can be simplified to the same value.

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What is an example of a proportional relationship in real life?

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An example is the relationship between distance and time when traveling at a constant speed.

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