Proportionality

6.5(A)

Ratios, Tables, Graphs, and Proportions

Represent mathematical and real-world problems involving ratios and rates using scale factors, tables, graphs, and proportions.

Part of The student applies mathematical process standards to solve problems involving proportional relationships

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Intro

Many Ways to Show One Ratio

This lesson shows how to represent ratio and rate problems using scale factors, tables, graphs, and proportions. A ratio compares two amounts, like 3 tacos for 6 dollars. A rate compares two different units, so 6 dollars for 3 tacos gives a unit rate of 2 dollars per taco.