Ratio Tables Practice Problems

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What does it mean for two quantities to be proportional?

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Two quantities are proportional if they maintain a constant ratio or relationship to each other.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is a constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant value (k) that relates two proportional quantities, expressed as y = kx.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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

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

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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

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The constant of proportionality is 3.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a table that displays pairs of numbers that form a ratio, helping to visualize the relationship between the quantities.

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How can you use a ratio table to solve problems?

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You can use a ratio table to find missing values by identifying the constant of proportionality and applying it to the known values.

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What is the value of x if the ratio is 2:3 and y = 12?

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x = 8.

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If the ratio of A to B is 4:5, what is B if A = 16?

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B = 20.

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, where the first quantity is the numerator and the second quantity is the denominator.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.2

CCSS.6.RP.A.1