Constant of Proportionality

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the ratio between two proportional quantities, indicating how one quantity changes in relation to another.

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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 does a proportional relationship mean?

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A proportional relationship means that two quantities maintain a constant ratio or rate.

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If y = kx, what does k represent?

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In the equation y = kx, k represents the constant of proportionality.

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What is the constant of proportionality for the table: (1, 3), (2, 6), (3, 9)?

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The constant of proportionality is 3.

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Is the relationship between hours worked and money earned always proportional?

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Yes, if the pay rate is constant, the relationship between hours worked and money earned is proportional.

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How do you determine if a graph represents a proportional relationship?

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A graph represents a proportional relationship if it passes through the origin (0,0) and is a straight line.

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If Craig earns $37 for 4 hours, what is his hourly rate?

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$9.25 per hour.

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What is the price per ticket if 4 tickets cost $252?

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$63.00 per ticket.

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What is the formula to calculate the constant of proportionality?

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The formula is k = y/x, where k is the constant of proportionality, y is the dependent variable, and x is the independent variable.