Exploring Ratio Word Problems

The video tutorial covers the concepts of ratios and proportions, explaining how to solve problems using these mathematical tools. It provides various examples, including calculating costs, predicting sports outcomes, and determining calorie content. The tutorial emphasizes different methods to find solutions, such as using unit rates and equivalent ratios, and encourages finding the approach that works best for the learner.

What is a proportion?

• A single ratio

• A percentage

• Two ratios set equal to each other

• A fraction

If 3 dogs correspond to 10 cats, what is the equivalent ratio for 6 dogs?

• 20 cats

• 25 cats

• 15 cats

• 30 cats

How much will a group of 10 friends pay for miniature golf if 3 friends pay $15?

• $45

• $30

• $60

• $50

If the Brooklyn Skyhawks won 5 out of 7 games, how many games would they win out of 28?

• 20

• 15

• 30

• 25

What is the unit price per ticket if 4 friends paid $32 for bowling?

• $9

• $8

• $7

• $6

How many words can someone type in 10 minutes if they type 90 words in 4 minutes?

• 250

• 180

• 225

• 200

Which is the better deal: a 2-liter bottle of apple cider for $2.02 or a 3-liter bottle for $2.79?

• 2-liter bottle

• 3-liter bottle

• Both are the same

• Cannot be determined

How many calories are in 5 bagels if 2 bagels have 230 calories?

• 805

• 460

• 575

• 690

How much will Brian pay for 8 notebooks if 12 notebooks cost $9?

• $8

• $7

• $6

• $5

How many calories are in 8 ounces of sherbet if 2 ounces have 75 calories?

• 300

• 375

• 225

• 150