Finding the Constant of Proportionality

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is a constant value that relates two proportional quantities, indicating how much one quantity changes in relation to another.

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How do you find the constant of proportionality in a ratio?

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To find the constant of proportionality, divide one quantity by the other when they are in a proportional relationship.

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If 10 cars are used per day, what is the constant of proportionality?

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10 cars per 1 day.

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If 10 pages are read per day, what is the constant of proportionality?

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10 pages per 1 day.

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If 5 dollars are earned per hour, what is the constant of proportionality?

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5 dollars per 1 hour.

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If 2.5 dollars are earned per pound, what is the constant of proportionality?

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2.5 dollars per 1 pound.

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If 13 pesos are exchanged per dollar, what is the constant of proportionality?

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13 pesos per 1 dollar.

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What is the formula to express the constant of proportionality?

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k = y/x, where k is the constant of proportionality, y is the dependent variable, and x is the independent variable.

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In a proportional relationship, if y = 2x, what is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is 2.

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If the constant of proportionality is 4, what does this mean in a real-world context?

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It means that for every unit increase in the independent variable, the dependent variable increases by 4 units.