Monday, March 11, 2013

Math 7 Real-life Fractions Problem

Okay, let's get apply these fractions lessons to a real-life problem.  Last weekend I was mixing pancake batter and I made a mistake measuring the ingredients.

The recipe called for 1 1/2 cups of flour and 1/3 cup of water.

But, I added 1 1/3 cups of flour and 1/2 cup of water.

How can I fix my mistake?  I'm sure there is more than 1 way.

There are a limited number of fractions available in the measuring devices in my kitchen:  

Cups: 1/4 c, 1/3 c, 1/2 c, 2/3 c, 3/4 c, and 1 c.

Teaspoons: 1/4, 1/3 and 1/2 teaspoon

Tablespoons: 1 tablespoon

This chart might also help:


What is the best way to solve the problem?

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