I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me !... Phil 4:13

Monday 12 November 2012

We reviewed ratio and proportions

Ratio: A comparison of two numbers

Proportion: A statement where 2 ratios are equal


4/5 = 8/10

So you can cross multiply   4 x 10 = 5 x 8

  Complete the hand out below
Mark yes or no for each pair or ratios below based on whether they are proportional. The first two are done for you.
1 : 2   and   2 : 4
Proportional?  yes   
1 : 4   and   2 : 7
Proportional?   no  
2 : 6   and   1 : 3
Proportional?     
4 : 5   and   8 : 12
Proportional?     
3 : 4   and   7 : 12
Proportional?     
5 : 6   and   10 : 12
Proportional?     
7 : 10   and   21 : 30
Proportional?     
10 : 2   and   6 : 1
Proportional?     
3 : 9   and   9 : 27
Proportional?     
Answer yes or no to the questions below based on whether the prices are directly proportional.
1 can of juice for $2.00 and 4 cans for $6.    
5 liters of paint for $12 and 10 liters for $24     
75g of chocolate for $1.50 and 150g for $3.00    
3 pairs of socks for $3.00 and 10 pairs for $8.00     
20 pencils for $2.00 and 50 pencils for $4.00   


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