Ratios and Proportions

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division, expressed as 'a:b' or 'a/b'.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal, expressed as 'a/b = c/d'.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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How do you solve a proportion?

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To solve a proportion, cross-multiply and then divide to find the unknown value.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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What is the sum of the angles in a triangle?

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The sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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If the angles of a triangle are in the ratio 1:2:3, what are the measures of the angles?

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30°, 60°, and 90°.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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If the angles of a triangle are in the ratio 3:4:11, what are the measures of the angles?

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30°, 40°, and 110°.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are equivalent ratios?

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Equivalent ratios are two or more ratios that express the same relationship between quantities.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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How do you find missing values in equivalent ratios?

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To find missing values, set up a proportion using the known values and solve for the unknown.

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What is the extended ratio?

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An extended ratio compares three or more quantities, expressed as 'a:b:c'.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, where the first quantity is the numerator and the second is the denominator.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2