Ratio: A comparison of two numbers
Proportion: A statement where 2 ratios are equal
4/5 = 8/10
So you can cross multiply 4 x 10 = 5 x 8
Complete the hand out below
Mark yes or no for each pair or ratios below based on whether they are proportional. The first two are done for you. |
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1 : 2 and 2 : 4 Proportional? yes |
1 : 4 and 2 : 7 Proportional? no |
2 : 6 and 1 : 3 Proportional? |
4 : 5 and 8 : 12 Proportional? |
3 : 4 and 7 : 12 Proportional? |
5 : 6 and 10 : 12 Proportional? |
7 : 10 and 21 : 30 Proportional? |
10 : 2 and 6 : 1 Proportional? |
3 : 9 and 9 : 27 Proportional? |
Answer yes or no to the questions below based on whether the prices are directly proportional. | ||
1 can of juice for $2.00 and 4 cans for $6. |
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5 liters of paint for $12 and 10 liters for $24 | ||
75g of chocolate for $1.50 and 150g for $3.00 | ||
3 pairs of socks for $3.00 and 10 pairs for $8.00 | ||
20 pencils for $2.00 and 50 pencils for $4.00 |
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