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MIDDLE SCHOOL

Mathematics (Grade 7)

Ratio and Proportional Relationships

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Ratio and Proportional Relationships: Comparing Proportional Relationships

Comparing Using Graphs

Description

Comparing Using Graphs

Introduction

Graphs provide a visual way to compare relationships between quantities. By examining how points and lines appear on a graph, patterns and differences can be identified quickly.

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Transcript

Alex and Jordan are saving money each week, and they want to compare who is saving faster by tracking how their savings grow using graphs.

On both graphs, the horizontal axis shows the number of weeks, and the vertical axis shows the total amount of money saved in dollars.

Alex’s graph starts at zero and passes through (4, 20), showi...