Proportional Graphs and tables

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What is a proportional relationship?

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A proportional relationship is a relationship between two quantities where the ratio of one quantity to the other quantity is constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant ratio in a proportional relationship, often represented as 'k'.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

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The x-axis is the horizontal number line on a graph.

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

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The y-axis is the vertical number line on a graph.

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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How can you identify a proportional graph?

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

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the origin in a coordinate plane?

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The origin is the point where the x-axis and y-axis intersect, represented as (0,0).

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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What is an example of a proportional relationship?

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An example of a proportional relationship is the relationship between distance and time when traveling at a constant speed.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together, expressed as a quantity per one unit.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What does it mean if a graph does not go through the origin?

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If a graph does not go through the origin, it indicates a non-proportional relationship.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is a table of values in relation to proportional relationships?

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A table of values shows pairs of numbers that represent the quantities in a proportional relationship.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A