Ratio Word Problems
Solve problems involving ratios and proportions in real-world contexts like recipes, maps, and sharing.
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Solve problems involving ratios and proportions in real-world contexts like recipes, maps, and sharing.
Word problems are essential for developing real-world math skills. They teach students to translate everyday situations into mathematical expressions and equations, building critical thinking and analytical abilities.
Sample Problems
A recipe for 4 people needs 240g flour. How much for 6 people?
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360g
On a map, 2 cm = 5 km. Towns are 7 cm apart. Actual distance?
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17.5 km
Share $180 among 3 friends in the ratio 2:3:4.
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$40, $60, $80
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Question 1
A recipe for 4 people needs 240g flour. How much for 6 people?
Answer: 360g
Question 2
On a map, 2 cm = 5 km. Towns are 7 cm apart. Actual distance?
Answer: 17.5 km
Question 3
Share $180 among 3 friends in the ratio 2:3:4.
Answer: $40, $60, $80
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- Use as formative checks during guided practice.
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- Generate equivalent sets for retakes and intervention groups.
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