Proportions and Rates Review

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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 convert quarts to gallons?

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To convert quarts to gallons, divide the number of quarts by 4.

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What is the formula to convert miles per hour to miles per day?

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Multiply the speed in miles per hour by 24 (the number of hours in a day).

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How many inches are in a centimeter?

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1 inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters.

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What is the relationship between milligrams and grams?

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1 gram is equal to 1000 milligrams.

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How many seconds are in a minute?

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There are 60 seconds in a minute.

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How do you convert inches to centimeters?

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Multiply the number of inches by 2.54 to get centimeters.

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width.

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What is a rate?

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A rate is a ratio that compares two different kinds of quantities, such as miles per hour.

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How do you find the equivalent metric dimensions of a piece of paper?

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Multiply the dimensions in inches by 2.54 to convert to centimeters.