Proportions - Game #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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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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What is the cross-multiplication method?

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The cross-multiplication method involves multiplying the numerator of one ratio by the denominator of the other ratio.

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If a/b = c/d, what is the value of ad?

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The value of ad is equal to bc, based on the property of cross-multiplication.

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What is the first step in solving a proportion?

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The first step is to set the two ratios equal to each other.

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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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If two ratios are equivalent, they represent the same relationship between quantities.

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How can proportions be used in real-life situations?

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Proportions can be used in various real-life situations such as cooking, scaling models, and financial calculations.

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What is a direct variation?

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Direct variation is a relationship between two variables where their ratio is constant.

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What is an inverse variation?

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Inverse variation is a relationship where the product of two variables is constant.

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How do you check if two ratios form a proportion?

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To check if two ratios form a proportion, cross-multiply and see if the products are equal.