Constant of Proportionality

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant value (k) that relates two proportional quantities, often represented as y = kx.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How do you find the constant of proportionality for an equation?

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The constant of proportionality is the number in front of x in the equation y = kx.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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Identify the constant of proportionality in the equation y = 5x.

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k = 5

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What does the point (0, 0) represent in a proportional relationship?

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The point (0, 0) is called the origin.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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If y = 45x, what is the constant of proportionality?

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k = 45 mph

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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In the equation y = kx, what does 'k' represent?

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'k' represents the constant of proportionality.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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What is the constant of proportionality for the relationship represented by the table: (1, 75), (2, 150), (3, 225)?

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k = 75

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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True or False: The constant of proportionality can be negative.

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True, the constant of proportionality can be negative, indicating an inverse relationship.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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If the constant of proportionality is 2, what is the value of y when x = 3?

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y = 2 * 3 = 6.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is the relationship between proportionality and linear equations?

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Proportionality is a specific case of linear equations where the line passes through the origin.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5