Learning goal
I can represent and solve ratio and scale problems.
Key words
ratioproportionscale factorshareunitary method
Ratio and Proportion
Solve problems involving relative sizes, scale factors, unequal sharing and percentages.
Try these first
- Simplify: Simplify ratio 12:18.
- Scale: Paint is mixed red:blue = 2:3. If red is 8 cups, blue?
- Share: Share £60 in ratio 2:3.
Try it, then check your answer
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Set up private learning journeySimplify ratio 12:18.
Paint is mixed red:blue = 2:3. If red is 8 cups, blue?
Share £60 in ratio 2:3.
What a secure answer looks like
- 1. 2:3
- 2. 12 cups
- 3. £24 and £36