Scholars trail · ages 13–15
Ratio practice for students
Ratios compare quantities and show up in recipes, maps and science. Simplifying them and sharing amounts in a ratio are core skills.
Number Quest's ratio questions cover equivalent ratios, simplifying and sharing, with short explanations.
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What the questions practise
- Equivalent ratios
- Simplifying ratios
- Sharing an amount in a ratio
Try some example questions
Tap a question to see the answer and how it works.
1. RatiosShare 56 in the ratio 3:5. What is the larger share?21284235
Answer: 35. 56 ÷ 8 = 7 per part, so the larger share is 5 × 7 = 35.
2. Ratios5:4 = 20:?2116820
Answer: 16. 5 × 4 = 20, so 4 × 4 = 16.
3. RatiosShare 30 in the ratio 1:2. What is the larger share?10201530
Answer: 20. 30 ÷ 3 = 10 per part, so the larger share is 2 × 10 = 20.
Tips for parents and teachers
- Use recipes to talk about ratios.
- Divide by the highest common factor.
- Add the parts first when sharing.
Why Number Quest
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