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Describe what makes a proportion. Give an example of a proportion. Keep it short and simple
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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal. It shows the relationship between two sets of quantities.
For example, if there are 2 apples for every 3 oranges, the proportion can be written as:
\[
\frac{2}{3} = \frac{4}{6}
\]
This means that 4 apples correspond to 6 oranges, maintaining the same ratio as the original quantities.
For example, if there are 2 apples for every 3 oranges, the proportion can be written as:
\[
\frac{2}{3} = \frac{4}{6}
\]
This means that 4 apples correspond to 6 oranges, maintaining the same ratio as the original quantities.