Ratio - Ratio and Proportion Problems (2) - Worksheet

In a series of engaging mathematical exercises, students are presented with ratio and proportion problems that require them to apply their understanding of fractions and multiples. These problems are designed to challenge their ability to solve scenarios involving unequal sharing and grouping. The resources provided include differentiated worksheets and teaching slides that cater to varying levels of ability, ensuring all students can participate and learn effectively. To aid comprehension, bar models serve as a valuable visual tool, helping students to conceptualize the ratios and relationships between different parts and wholes within the problems.

The tasks range from solving simple word problems using provided bar models to drawing their own bar models for more complex scenarios. For instance, students may encounter a problem where the mass of strawberries in a smoothie is a multiple of the mass of raspberries, with the total mass given. They must determine the individual masses of the fruits. Key questions prompt students to reflect on how the problems relate to the concept of ratio and how bar models can be used to represent these ratios visually. Through these exercises, students develop fluency and precision in solving real-world problems that involve the practical application of ratios and proportions.