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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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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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 values of one quantity by the corresponding values of the other quantity.

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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 constant of proportionality in the relationship 0.5 swings per day?

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0.5 is the constant of proportionality.

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Which of the following represents a proportional relationship: (1,2), (2,4), (3,6)?

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Yes, because each second value is double the first.

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What is the formula to calculate the constant of proportionality?

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Constant of Proportionality = y/x, where y is the dependent variable and x is the independent variable.

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If a table shows values (2,4), (4,8), (6,12), what is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is 2.

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What does it mean if a graph passes through the origin?

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It indicates a proportional relationship between the variables.

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How can you tell if a relationship is not proportional?

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If the ratio between the quantities changes, it is not proportional.