Proportional vs. Non-Proportional

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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 is constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is a non-proportional relationship?

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A non-proportional relationship is a relationship between two quantities where the ratio is not constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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How can you identify a proportional relationship in an equation?

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In an equation, a proportional relationship can be identified if it can be expressed in the form y = kx, where k is a constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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What does the equation y = 75x represent?

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The equation y = 75x represents a proportional relationship because it can be expressed in the form y = kx with k = 75.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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What is the significance of a proportional table?

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A proportional table shows pairs of values that maintain a constant ratio, indicating a proportional relationship.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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How can you determine if a table is proportional?

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To determine if a table is proportional, check if the ratios of corresponding values are constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is the relationship between x (dogs) and y (paws) in a proportional context?

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In a proportional context, if x represents the number of dogs, then y (the number of paws) is proportional to x, as each dog has 4 paws.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What does a proportional graph look like?

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A proportional graph 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 constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant factor (k) in the equation y = kx that relates the two quantities.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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How do you find the constant of proportionality from a table?

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To find the constant of proportionality from a table, divide the value of y by the corresponding value of x for any pair of values.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B