Proportions

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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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 the two ratios and set the products equal to each other.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If 1 cm on a map represents 25 km, how many km does 4 cm represent?

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100 km.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the unit rate?

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The unit rate is a comparison of any two units, expressed as a quantity of one unit.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you find the unit price of an item?

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Divide the total price by the number of units.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour for 4 servings, how much flour is needed for 10 servings?

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5 cups of flour.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the scale factor in similar figures?

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The scale factor is the ratio of the lengths of corresponding sides of two similar figures.

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CCSS.7.G.A.1

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If 150 people wait 20 minutes, how long will 240 people wait?

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32 minutes.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the relationship between the sides of similar triangles?

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The ratios of the lengths of corresponding sides of similar triangles are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.A.2

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If a car travels 60 miles in 1 hour, how far will it travel in 3 hours?

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180 miles.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B