Direct and Inverse Proportions

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Mathematics Solutions from Chapter -1 - Direct and Inverse Proportions

In this chapter, we will learn to solve problems based on a direct proportion. It describes the direct proportion as the ratio of two quantities, which remains constant. With the help of examples, we learn about inverse and compound proportions.

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Mathematics>Arithmetic>Direct and Inverse Proportions>Direct Proportion

This topic defines direct proportion as the relation between two quantities in which a constant value is equal to the ratio of the two. The proportional symbol is depicted on it. The same symbol is used for inverse proportion.

Mathematics>Arithmetic>Direct and Inverse Proportions>Inverse Proportion

This topic defines inverse proportion as the relation between two quantities in which a constant value is equal to the product of the two. The proportional symbol is depicted on it. In the case of direct proportion, the same symbol is used for representation.

Mathematics>Arithmetic>Direct and Inverse Proportions>Compound Proportion

This topic teaches us the concept of compound proportion. It explains the notion of dependency of one quantity on other two quantities. Some examples are also provided here to enhance our knowledge.