Step-by-step explanation:
We will learn how to solve proportion problems. We know, the first term (1st) and the fourth term (4th) of a proportion are called extreme terms or extremes, and the second term (2nd) and the third term (3rd) are called middle terms or means.
Therefore, in a proportion, product of extremes = product of middle terms
example
1. Check whether the two ratios form a proportion or not:
(i) 6 : 8 and 12 : 16; (ii) 24 : 28 and 36 : 48
Solution:
(i) 6 : 8 and 12 : 16
6 : 8 = 6/8 = 3/4
12 : 16 = 12/16 = 3/4
Thus, the ratios 6 : 8 and 12 : 16 are equal.
Therefore, they form a proportion.
