This is a part:part ratio. to solve it we need to convert it into a part:whole ratio. we do this by adding the parts. the ratio of pumpkin cans to total cans is 5:7. 140/7=20. 20x5=100. 20x2=40. The answer is B. 40 cans.

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3 years ago

Hey I’m struggling with number 13 so please show your work. Thx

Dafna11 [192]

Answer:

$\frac{5}{12}$

Step-by-step explanation:

Because $\frac{3}{5}$ is being multiplied by S, we can divide $\frac{3}{5}$ from both sides of the equation. This will give us:

$\frac{1}{4}$ ÷ $\frac{3}{5}$

But, that looks a bit hectic. Instead of dividing, you can multiply by the reciprocal (which is essentially how to divide fractions). So, instead of $\frac{1}{4}$ ÷ $\frac{3}{5}$ , you get:

$\frac{1}{4}$ × $\frac{5}{3}$

When multiplying fractions, remember you can just multiply straight across-- numerator x numerator, then denominator x denominator.

By doing that, you get the fraction $\frac{5}{12}$

$\frac{5}{12}$ cannot be simplified any more, so S= $\frac{5}{12}$ is your answer :)

I hope this helps

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4 years ago