7th Grade Milestone Review - Solving 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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If a car travels 120 miles in 3 hours, what is its speed in miles per hour?

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40 miles per hour.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If Jeff ran 6 miles in 4 hours, what is his speed in miles per hour?

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1.5 miles per hour.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is the formula for finding the time taken when distance and speed are known?

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Time = Distance ÷ Speed.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If 150 people wait 20 minutes, how long will 240 people wait?

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32 minutes.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If a 6-ounce package contains 45 pieces, how many pieces are in a 10-ounce package?

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75 pieces.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the relationship between distance, speed, and time?

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Distance = Speed × Time.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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How can you set up a proportion to solve a problem?

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Identify two ratios that can be compared and set them equal to each other.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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It means they represent the same relationship or proportion.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A