What's a Proportion?

Proportions are ratios found using multiplication or division. Middle schoolers solve measurement problems, find a figure's missing dimension, and find the distance between two points. Resource features four lesson plans with detailed...

Middle-schoolers solve various problems related to proportions. They write ratios in word form and then, replace the words with numbers. Pupils also write an equation in which they will cross-multiply to solve the proportion. This is an...

Middle schoolers review the definition and rules for equivalent fractions. Additionally, they are introduced to equivalent ratios. They write examples of ratios from the board, and they come to the board to write the correct equivalent...

Examine ratios and proportions in several real-world scenarios. Children will calculate unit rates, work with proportions and percentages as they plan a party, purchase produce, and take a tally. This lesson plan recommends five...

What's a proportion? Is it a comparison of fractions? Are the fractions of equal value? Is it a ratio? Are the ratios equal? Watch this video and see the instructor explain the answers and she will tell the special names for the terms in...

Working on proportional ratios in your class? This video might be for you! An instructor takes a step-by-step approach to reducing and comparing two ratios in order to determine if they are proportional. A clear video, this resource...

Are these two given ratios proportional? One quick and easy way to answer this question is to cross multiply the two values. If the products are equal then they are proportional ratios. If they are not equal then they are not...

Working on proportional ratios in your class? This video might be for you! An instructor takes a step-by-step approach to reducing and comparing two ratios in order to determine if they are proportional. A clear video, this resource...

Using a visual means, this video explores comparing ratios. This is a terrific way to approach the topic since it is a difficult concept for learners to understand. It is worth showing to the whole class, every mathematician can benefit...

Explore the concept of ratios with this film. Using pennies and nickels, an instructor shows how to describe a ratio. However, I think the use of money might be a bit confusing. Prior to showing this video, you may want to clarify that...