Ratios and Proportions Pre-Algebra Ch. 6

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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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.

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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 terms and then solve for the unknown variable.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C

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If 10/25 = a/5, what is the value of a?

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a = 2.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

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How many hours do lions sleep in a day if they sleep 5 out of every 6 hours?

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Lions sleep 20 hours per day.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

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What is the cost per ticket if the drama club pays $144.50 for 17 tickets?

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The cost per ticket is $8.50.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If 2 buses carry 64 people, how many buses are needed for 150 people?

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5 buses are needed.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What does it mean to cross-multiply in a proportion?

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Cross-multiplying means multiplying the numerator of one ratio by the denominator of the other ratio.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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If z/6 = 35/42, what is the value of z?

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z = 5.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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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 quantity is the denominator.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2