Share a total in a three-part ratio
Add all three parts, divide the total by that number, then multiply by the part you want.
Loading a question…
You've done today's 10 free questions.
Come back tomorrow for 10 more, or get unlimited practice with a membership.
Want more today? Print 20 more questions free, with the answers.
Already a member? Sign in.
See worked examples
A bag has red, blue and green counters in the ratio 6 : 1 : 5. There are 72 counters in all. How many are blue?
Answer: 6
A bag has red, blue and green counters in the ratio 3 : 2 : 4. There are 36 counters in all. How many are green?
Answer: 16
A bag has red, blue and green counters in the ratio 1 : 4 : 5. There are 40 counters in all. How many are green?
Answer: 20
Tip: Add all three parts, divide the total by that number, then multiply by the part you want.
Print a worksheet of this skill New questions and an answer key, free.
Up next
- Next in this topic Convert speeds between km/h and m/s Year 8
- Need a warm-up? Write a ratio from a situation Year 7
Print a free worksheet with answers (20 questions).
Learn it hands-on
- Mix It, Pace It: Ratio, Rate and Percent Grades 6–7 · printable lessons
Practise without limits
Members practise as much as they like, every day, and get the printable packs and lessons too.