Proportions and Scale Factor

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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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What is a scale factor?

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A scale factor is a number that scales, or multiplies, some quantity.

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How do you find the scale factor between two similar figures?

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To find the scale factor, divide the length of a side of one figure by the corresponding length of the other figure.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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If a rectangle has a length of 4 cm and a width of 2 cm, what is the scale factor if it is enlarged to a length of 8 cm?

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The scale factor is 2.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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What is the relationship between proportions and cross-multiplication?

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In a proportion, cross-multiplication can be used to determine if two ratios are equal.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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If 3/4 = x/12, what is the value of x?

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x = 9.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What does it mean for two figures to be similar?

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Two figures are similar if they have the same shape but not necessarily the same size.

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If a model car is 1/18 the size of a real car, what is the scale factor?

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The scale factor is 1:18.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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How can proportions be used in real-life situations?

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Proportions can be used in cooking, map reading, and in any situation where scaling is necessary.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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Area = length × width.

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