Question

A powderd drink mix calls for a ratio of powder to water of 1:8 if there are 32 cups of powder how many total cups of water are needed? How do I explain my reasoning

Answer 1

Answer: 32:256

Explanation:

1:8 and you have 32 cups of powder so 32: and then you have to multiply 32x8 getting 256 cups of water. Therefore your answer would be 32:256