Solving a proportion using two step method

The video tutorial covers solving proportion problems using cross multiplication. It begins with an introduction to proportions, followed by a detailed explanation of the cross multiplication technique. The instructor highlights common mistakes students make, such as forgetting to multiply all terms, and demonstrates the correct use of the distributive property. The tutorial concludes with key reminders to ensure students understand the entire process.

What is the method called that simplifies solving proportion problems by multiplying each fraction by the other denominator?

• Cross Division

• Cross Addition

• Cross Multiplication

• Cross Subtraction

What is a common mistake students make when solving proportion problems?

• Dividing instead of multiplying

• Not multiplying the entire expression by the number outside the parentheses

• Ignoring the equal sign

• Forgetting to add the fractions

What is the result of multiplying 5 by 6 in the context of solving the proportion problem?

• 40

• 30

• 25

• 35

When using the distributive property, what should you do with the number outside the parentheses?

• Add it to the terms inside

• Subtract it from the terms inside

• Divide it by each term inside

• Multiply it by each term inside

What is the final value of X after solving the equation using the distributive property?

• 7

• 5

• 4

• 6