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Solving Ratio Word Problems Using Proportions

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This 17-minute tutorial from TabletClass Math demonstrates how to solve a ratio word problem using proportions, specifically tackling the question: "If the ratio of sugar to water is 2:5, how much water is needed for 8 parts of sugar?" Learn the step-by-step process for setting up and solving proportions to find unknown quantities in ratio problems. The video is part of TabletClass Math's comprehensive offerings, which include courses in Math Foundations, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus, designed for middle school, high school, homeschool, college, and test preparation contexts. Visit their website for additional math resources, including downloadable math notes and a full course catalog.

Syllabus

If the ratio of sugar to water is 2:5, how much water is needed for 8 parts of sugar?

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TabletClass Math

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