Real-World Problem Solving

This lesson covers using ratios and rates to solve problems, focusing on comparing recipes, making predictions, and solving practice problems. It includes examples like lemonade recipes, fruit and nut bars, and tree growth rates. The lesson emphasizes using tables and double number lines to understand and compare ratios and rates effectively.

What is the ratio of lemonade concentrate to water in Anna's recipe?

• 5:3

• 1:2

• 3:5

• 2:3

Which recipe results in a stronger lemonade taste?

• Both are the same

• Bailey's recipe

• Neither

• Anna's recipe

How do you determine if Tanya used the correct ratio of nuts to fruit?

• By comparing the total number of ingredients

• By finding a common multiple of the ratios

• By checking the color of the ingredients

• By tasting the mixture

If Janet drives for 10 hours at the same rate, how many miles can she cover?

• 112 miles

• 1120 miles

• 600 miles

• 560 miles

How many math problems can Lena solve in 75 minutes at her current rate?

• 10 problems

• 12 problems

• 15 problems

• 8 problems

Which tree grows faster based on the given growth rates?

• California fan palm

• Queen palm

• Neither grows

• Both grow at the same rate

Can Theo drive 112 miles in 2 hours at his current rate?

• Yes, he can drive 114 miles

• No, he can only drive 90 miles

• No, he can only drive 100 miles

• Yes, he can drive exactly 112 miles

What is the unit cost per yard for the fabric that costs $15 for 2 yards?

• $7.50

• $15.00

• $10.00

• $5.00

How many pounds of apples can you buy for $9 if they cost $3 for 2 pounds?

• 10 pounds

• 6 pounds

• 4 pounds

• 8 pounds

Under what condition should Paul choose the hourly rate over a flat fee?

• If the job takes 2 hours

• If the job takes exactly 4 hours

• If the job takes less than 4 hours

• If the job takes more than 4 hours