Sarah B.

asked • 01/01/18

What is the ratio of pencils:rulers?

The ratio of pens:pencils is 3:5.
The ratio of pens:rulers is 8:1.

1 Expert Answer

By:

Mark M. answered • 01/01/18

Tutor
5.0 (278)

Mathematics Teacher - NCLB Highly Qualified

See tutors like this
See tutors like this
pencils : pens :: 5: 3
pens : rulers :: 8 : 1
 
pencils : pens :: 50 : 24
pens : rulers :: 24 : 3
 
pencils : rulers :: 50 : 3
Upvote • 0 Downvote
More
Report

David W.

How about this
 
pencils : pens :: 5: 3
pens : rulers :: 8 : 1

pencils : pens :: 40 : 24
pens : rulers :: 24 : 3

pencils : rulers :: 40 : 3
Report

01/01/18

Alok J.

This is correctly done.
Report

01/04/18

Alok J.

With all due respect Mr M, it must be questioned as to why you resulted to 50. If your goal was to use the right ratio to upscale the pencils, you would calculate 5 X 8. Please review David’s answer and re-evaluate the problem. Thanks.
Report

01/04/18

Still looking for help? Get the right answer, fast.

Ask a question for free

Get a free answer to a quick problem.
Most questions answered within 4 hours.

OR

Find an Online Tutor Now

Choose an expert and meet online. No packages or subscriptions, pay only for the time you need.