Solve for Proportions using Cross Multiplication

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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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What does cross multiplication involve?

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Cross multiplication involves multiplying the numerator of one ratio by the denominator of the other ratio.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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If a/b = c/d, what is the cross multiplication equation?

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a * d = b * c.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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Solve for x: 2/x = 4/8

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x = 4.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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Solve for b: 3/b = 6/12

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b = 6.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the first step in solving a proportion using cross multiplication?

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Identify the two ratios and set them equal to each other.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If 5/x = 10/20, what is x?

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x = 10.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2B

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What is the solution to the proportion 4/5 = x/15?

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x = 12.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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How do you check if your solution for a proportion is correct?

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Substitute the value back into the original proportion to see if both sides are equal.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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Solve for x: 7/x = 14/28

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x = 14.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C