Unit 3A Ratios and Proportions Test

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What is a ratio?

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

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How do you find the cost per item?

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To find the cost per item, divide the total cost by the number of items.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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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 and then divide to find the unknown value.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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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.1

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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To express a ratio in simplest form, reduce it to the smallest whole numbers that maintain the same relationship.

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What is the formula for finding the constant of proportionality from a graph?

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The constant of proportionality (k) can be found by dividing the y-value by the corresponding x-value for any point on the line.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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If there are 18 students on a debate team and 6 are boys, what is the ratio of boys to girls?

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The ratio of boys to girls is 1:2.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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