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Sore Throats, Variation 1 ActivitySore Throats, Variation 1 Activity
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Sore Throats, Variation 1

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Why does Nia's water taste saltier than Trey's if she put more into her cup than he did? Math masters set up proportions in order to compare the mixtures. This task effectively has learners apply the concepts of ratio and proportion to a real-world scenario.

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CCSS: Designed

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proportions

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proportion, math

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  • Real-world application of proportion and ratio
  • Meets Common Core State Standards for seventh grade math

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  • None

Common Core

7.RP.A.2.a MP1 MP2 MP4 MP6

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