WP4
The Equal Ratios Method
Many word problems without standard equations can be solved with equal ratios: (a/b) = (x/c). You solve for x by cross-multiplication: cx = ba, or x = (ba)/c.
In addition to the videos and lessons below, the practice questions are an important way to learn this method.
To return to this website from an outside resource, use the left arrow button on your browser.
These resources may be helpful:
These resources may be helpful:
Here are practice questions.
CLICK ON A MENU ITEM AT THE TOP, OR ON A PURPLE WORD