Constant of Proportionality

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant factor (k) that relates two proportional quantities, expressed in the form y = kx.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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If y = 2x, what is the constant of proportionality (k)?

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k = 2

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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If y = 1/2x, what is the constant of proportionality (k)?

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k = 1/2

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What does it mean if a relationship is proportional?

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A relationship is proportional if the ratio of the two quantities remains constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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How can you determine if a table shows a proportional relationship?

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A table shows a proportional relationship if the ratios of corresponding values are equal.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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If k = 6, what is the equation of the proportional relationship?

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y = 6x

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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What is the value of k if y = 8 when x = 1?

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k = 8

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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If y = kx and k = 4, what is y when x = 3?

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y = 12

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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What is the constant of proportionality in the equation y = 1/4x?

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k = 1/4

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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If a table shows values (2, 4), (4, 8), and (6, 12), is it proportional?

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Yes, the constant of proportionality is k = 2.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B