Nick is incorrect because he subtracted 3-1 and 3-2. The answer is 1 3/4 It is that distance because 3 2/4-1 3/4=1 3/4.
Answer:
X=15
all you have to do is subtract 3 from 18 to get x
The ratio here is
3/4 cup milk 6 cups milk
-------------------- Now equate this to -----------------
1 beaten egg x
Solving this equation, (3/4)x = 6, and x = 8 (eggs) (answer)
Check: Note that 3/4 / 1 = 6 / 8
