Proportion
Overview
Two quantities are in proportion when they grow or shrink together in a fixed way. Double the recipe and you double every ingredient; share a job among more workers and it takes less time each. Recognising and writing these relationships lets you predict one quantity from another with a single constant.
In this lesson you will express direct and inverse proportion in algebra, find the constant of proportionality and use it to find unknown values. You will also learn to look at a table of data and decide which model fits best, whether the link is direct, inverse, or based on a square.
Objectives
- Express direct and inverse proportion in algebraic terms and use this form of expression to find unknown quantities.
- Identify the best variation model for given data.
Lesson Note
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Lesson Evaluation
Congratulations on completing the lesson on Proportion. Now that youve explored the key concepts and ideas, its time to put your knowledge to the test. This section offers a variety of practice questions designed to reinforce your understanding and help you gauge your grasp of the material.
You will encounter a mix of question types, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to assess different aspects of your knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- y is directly proportional to x, and y = 12 when x = 3. What is y when x = 5? A. 15 B. 20 C. 24 D. 60 Answer: B
- y is inversely proportional to x, and y = 6 when x = 2. What is y when x = 4? A. 2 B. 3 C. 8 D. 12 Answer: B
- For a direct proportion y = kx, which quantity stays constant? A. x y B. y/x C. y/x^2 D. x + y Answer: B
- For data with x: 1, 2, 3 and y: 3, 12, 27, which model fits? A. y = 3x B. y = 3/x C. y = 3x^2 D. y = x + 2 Answer: C
- Which describes inverse proportion? A. y increases as x increases at a constant rate B. y decreases as x increases, with xy constant C. y equals x squared D. y is always equal to x Answer: B
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