Question

Merrida uses a pattern in the multiplication table below to find ratios that are equivalent to 7:9. If Merrida multiplies the first term, 7, by a factor of 6, what should she do to find the other term for the equivalent ratio? Multiply 9 by 1. Multiply 9 by 6. Multiply 9 by 7. Multiply 9 by 9.

Answer 1

Answer: Multiply 9 by 6.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Multiply 9 by 6

Explanation:

7:9 is the ratio

We multiply the first term by 6.

What we do to one side, we do to the other

7*6=42

9*6 = 54

That way we keep the ratio in the same proportion

42:54