8.EE.5: Constant of Proportionality

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What is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is the constant value (k) that relates two proportional quantities, represented in the equation y = kx.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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Find the unit rate: 18 orders in 3 days = ________ orders per day

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6 orders per day.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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True or False: The horizontal axis is the y-axis.

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False. The horizontal axis is the x-axis.

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If Justin ordered 5 ice cream bars for $12.25, how much was each ice cream bar?

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Each ice cream bar costs $2.45.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3

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The constant of proportionality in the equation y = ½x is _______.

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1/2.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What does it mean for two quantities to be proportional?

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Two quantities are proportional if they maintain a constant ratio or relationship to each other.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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

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Divide the output value (y) by the input value (x) for any pair of corresponding values.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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Unit rate = Total quantity / Number of units.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If y = 3x, what is the constant of proportionality?

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The constant of proportionality is 3.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is the relationship between the constant of proportionality and slope in a graph?

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The constant of proportionality is equal to the slope of the line in a graph of proportional relationships.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5