Proportional Relationship and Conversions

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What is a proportional relationship?

Back

A proportional relationship is a relationship between two quantities where the ratio of one quantity to the other quantity is constant.

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How do you convert grams to kilograms?

Back

To convert grams to kilograms, divide the number of grams by 1000.

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What is the formula to find a missing value in a proportional relationship?

Back

If A/B = C/D, then A * D = B * C.

Front

If 1 kg = 1000 g, how many grams are in 5 kg?

Back

5 kg = 5000 g.

Front

What is the relationship between millimeters and centimeters?

Back

1 cm = 10 mm.

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

Back

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

Front

Convert 15000 g to kg.

Back

15000 g = 15 kg.

Front

If 200 mm = ? cm, what is the conversion?

Back

200 mm = 20 cm.

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What does it mean if one quantity is greater than another in a proportional relationship?

Back

It means that the ratio of the two quantities is not equal.

Front

If A = 3 and B = 12, is there a proportional relationship?

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Yes, because 3/12 = 1/4, which is a constant ratio.