Lesson 7 Proportional Relationships

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What is a proportional relationship?

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A proportional relationship is a relationship between two quantities where the ratio of one quantity to the other quantity is constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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How do you determine if two quantities are proportional?

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Two quantities are proportional if they can be expressed as equivalent fractions or if their ratios remain constant.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is the formula for finding the unit rate?

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The unit rate is found by dividing the total quantity by the number of units, expressed as: 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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What does it mean to compare rates?

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Comparing rates involves evaluating two or more ratios to determine which one is greater or which offers a better value.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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How can you find the better buy when comparing prices?

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To find the better buy, compare the unit prices of the items. The item with the lower unit price is the better buy.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is a unit price?

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A unit price is the cost per single unit of measure, such as per pound or per item.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you calculate the total cost from a unit price?

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Total Cost = Unit Price x Quantity.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the significance of the slope in a proportional relationship graph?

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In a proportional relationship graph, the slope represents the constant ratio between the two quantities.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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What is the difference between a proportional relationship and a non-proportional relationship?

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In a proportional relationship, the ratio is constant, while in a non-proportional relationship, the ratio changes.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2D

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How can you represent a proportional relationship using a table?

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A proportional relationship can be represented in a table by listing pairs of quantities that maintain a constant ratio.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2C