Ratios and Proportions
Welcome to our tutorial on Ratios and Proportions. This important lesson will unravel the integral relationship between ratios and proportions, bringing a new depth to your understanding of mathematical relationships.
Ratios tell us about the relative sizes of two or more values. Proportions, on the other hand, are statements that two ratios are equal. For example, if we know the ratio of oranges to apples in two separate fruit baskets is 3:2, and both baskets have the same proportion of oranges to apples, we have a proportion.
The understanding of proportions extends from the knowledge of ratios. A firm grasp on the concept of proportions allows us to solve a wide variety of problems, including those involving scales on maps, converting measurements, understanding probability, and much more.
Mastering proportions opens the door to understanding the broader world of algebra and other advanced mathematical concepts. It helps us make predictions and determine outcomes, critical skills for a variety of real-world applications, including cooking, construction, science, and more.
What You Will Learn
In the following tutorials, we will explore the concept of proportions, understand how they extend from ratios, learn how to solve proportions, see their real-world applications, and test your understanding with an exercise.
- What are Proportions?
- How are Ratios and Proportions Related?
- How to Solve Proportions
- Applications of Ratios and Proportions in Everyday Life
- Proportion Problem-Solving: Exercise
Next Steps
Once you've mastered the connection between ratios and proportions, you can move on to other exciting concepts:
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