12. Ratios & Proportions

Question 1

Define “Cross Multiplying”

Answer 1

1. A way to determine if 2 ratios are equivalent

Question 2

Define “Proportion”

Answer 2

1. A statement that 2 ratios are equal

Question 3

What 2 elements must a proportion contain?

Answer 3

1. Equal sign
2. 2 Equal Ratios

Question 4

Define “Ratio”

Answer 4

1. A comparison of 2 amounts, typically found by dividing 1 number into another

Question 5

What is the most common mistake when writing ratios?

Answer 5

1. Not making the two numerators and denominators the same category