Finding the Constant of Proportionality

Determine the constant of proportionality (k = y/x) within mathematical and real-world problems.

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

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What is the Constant of Proportionality?

In this lesson you will learn to determine the constant of proportionality, called k, from a table, a graph, an equation, or a real-world situation. A proportional relationship is a pair of quantities where y is always the same number of times as much as x.

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