Describe what makes a proportion. Give an example of a proportion.(2 points)
Math Short Answer Rubric (2 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
2
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All work is shown or explained.
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Some work is shown or explained.
0 The question is not answered.
A proportion is an equation stating that two ratios are equal. In other words, a proportion is when two fractions are equal to each other. An example of a proportion is:
3/4 = 6/8
This proportion states that the ratio of 3 to 4 is equal to the ratio of 6 to 8.