Question

The school band needs a 5:4 ratio of flutes to drums. If there are 27 total students, how many play the flute?

Answer 1

4:5 means there are 9 parts total.

4:5 means there are 9 parts total.27/9 = 3 students per part

4:5 means there are 9 parts total.27/9 = 3 students per part4(3) = 12 boys

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