Numbers and algebra

Proportion

An equation stating that two ratios are equal.

Common notation a/b = c/d

In one sentence

What does Proportion mean?

An equation stating that two ratios are equal.

How it is written

a/b = c/d

A compact example

If 2/3 = x/12, then x = 8.

Other names and search terms

proportional relationship.

Clear answers

Questions about Proportion

What does Proportion mean in mathematics?

An equation stating that two ratios are equal.

How is Proportion written?

A common notation is a/b = c/d.

What is an example of Proportion?

If 2/3 = x/12, then x = 8.