Intro to 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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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value or proportion, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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If 4/5 = x/20, what is x?

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x = 16.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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Caleb can drive 15 miles in 1 hour. How many miles can he drive in 3 hours?

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45 miles.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If a recipe requires 2 cups of flour for 4 servings, how much flour is needed for 10 servings?

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5 cups of flour.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the cross-multiplication method?

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Cross-multiplication involves multiplying the numerator of one fraction by the denominator of the other fraction to find a solution.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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If 3/4 = x/12, what is x?

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x = 9.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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Daniel bought 1 star fruit for $2. How much would 5 star fruits cost?

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$10.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What is the formula for finding a missing value in a proportion?

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If a/b = c/d, then ad = bc.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1