Ratios, Proportions, and Scale Factors in the Real World - GED® Preparation Lesson Plan Module

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GED® Comprehensive Preparation lesson plan module for Mathematical Reasoning, centered on ratios, proportions, and scale factors in real-world contexts. Guides students to review ratio/proportion vocabulary, connect fractions to ratios, and express ratios and rates as fractions. Uses cross-multiplication to solve equations, including finding an unknown value in different positions. Applies proportional relationships to convert measurement units through guided practice, handouts, discussion prompts, videos, and problem-solving activities aligned to GED® assessment targets.

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Pages15

Reading Time38 min

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GED® Preparation Lesson Plan Module: Mathematical Reasoning Lesson Title: Ratios, Proportions, and Scale Factors in the Real World Standards: (AGE) Curriculum Framework GED® Comprehensive Preparation | Prerequisite Skills ABE Florida Curriculum Framework 2017-2018 | Mathematical Reasoning 2014 GED® Assessment Targets Quantitative Problem Solving Standards and Content Indicators | | --- | --- | | Develop and understanding of ratio conceptsand use ratio reasoning to solve problems.(CCR.MA.ABE.8.3.1)
Explain ratio concepts and use ratio reasoning to solve problems (CCR.MA.ABE.8.4.1)
Analyze proportional relationships and use them to solve mathematical and real-world problems.
(CCR.MA.ABE.8.4.1) | Solve multistep , arithmetic, real-world problems using ratios or proportions including those that require converting units of measure
(Q.3.c) | Objectives of the Lesson Students will: 􀁸 Review vocabulary related to the lesson and discuss real-world applications of ratio and rate 􀁸 Express ratios and rates as fractions 􀁸 Solve equations using ratio and proportional concepts 􀁸 Apply proportional relationships to convert units of measurement Materials 􀁸 Handout \#1: Prep Activity, Ratio and Proportion Vocabulary Definitions 􀁸 Handout \#2: Prep Activity, Where Do You See Ratios and Proportions in the Real World? 􀁸 You Tube videos: o [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ2nYUBVvqI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQ2nYUBVvqI) (Ratios and Rates) [mathantics.com-8.49](mathantics.com-8.49)[ ](mathantics.com-8.49)minutes o [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USmit5zUGas](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USmit5zUGas) (Proportions) [mathantics.com-10.29](mathantics.com-10.29)[ ](mathantics.com-10.29)minutes 􀁸 Handout \#3: Ratios and Rates-[https://www.math-aids.com](https://www.math-aids.com)’ Florida IPDAE’s Lesson Plans for GED® Preparation Mathematical Reasoning Page 1 of 15 􀁸 Handout \#4: Proportions-[https://www.math-aids.com](https://www.math-aids.com) 􀁸 Handout \#5: Using Proportions to Convert Measurements 􀁸 Handout \#6: Using Proportions to Convert Measurements in Real-World Situations 􀁸 Computer, internet access, projector Instructional Plan Overview Solving multistep problems using ratio and proportional relationships can be difficult for students, especially problems that involve converting units of measurement. By building on the understanding of these relationships, this lesson demonstrates how these concepts can be used mathematically and connected to real-world situations. GED Testing Service ® has identified this assessment target as a high impact indicator that describes some of the critical thinking skills students need to be successful in college, career training, and the workforce. Process Introduce the lesson by asking the following questions and discussing as a class: 􀁸 How are fractions, ratios, and proportions related? 􀁸 Where do you see ratios and proportions in the real world? Write the following words/terms on the board: 􀁸 Ratio 􀁸 Proportion 􀁸 Reducing a fraction 􀁸 Solving equations by cross multiplying Review vocabulary definitions on Handout \#1 and briefly discuss the relationship between fractions and ratios. Ask students to create a ratio using an example from their own life and share with class, i.e. John has 6 pairs of sneakers in his closet, 2 white pairs, 1 red pair, and 3 black pairs. What is the ratio of white sneakers to black ones? What is the ratio of black sneakers to total sneakers? Discuss proportion and demonstrate the cross multiplying process to solve for x. Pass out Handout \#2 and briefly discuss each example of ratios and proportions in the real world. Have students examine the newspaper (the sports pages are a great section to use for this activity) for opportunities to express numbers in ratio or proportional form. Ask students for examples of when they might use a proportion when they are shopping, cooking, or performing

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What do students review and practice in this lesson about ratios and proportions?

Students review vocabulary and discuss real-world applications, express ratios and rates as fractions, and practice solving using ratio and proportional concepts. Activities include creating ratios from personal examples and reducing ratios to simplest terms.

How are proportions solved in the lesson?

Proportions are solved using cross-multiplication to find an unknown value (x or another variable). Students are shown that the unknown value can appear in different positions and are encouraged to set up the proportion using the crisscross method.

How does the lesson connect proportions to measurement and real-world problem solving?

The lesson applies proportional relationships to convert units of measurement and to solve multistep, arithmetic, real-world problems involving ratios or proportions. Students complete handouts and discuss examples from shopping, cooking, and other activities.

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