Lesson Plan

Representing Proportional Relationships with Equations

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Use the constant of proportionality to relate the independent variable to the dependent variable. The eighth installment of a 22-part series instructs pupils to use the equation to find the constant of proportionality and then write the equation using a multiplicative factor. Scholars use this relationship to solve for missing values.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Get groups to develop a proportional relationship and share it with the class to create the equation
Classroom Considerations
  • Class members should be able to calculate the constant of proportionality
  • Requires knowledge of how to determine whether a relationship is proportional
Pros
  • The problems require the comparison of relationships presented differently
  • Answer keys show the proportions used in the calculations of the unit rate
Cons
  • None
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