Question

Zack is taking a test in which he answers questions at a rate of 1/3 question per minute. How many questions can he

answer in 6 minutes? 6
2 3
18

Answer 1

He can answer 2 questions in 6 minutes.

Explanation:

This question can be solved by proportions, using a rule of three.

Each minute, Zack solves 1/3 of a question. How many questions can he solve in 6 minutes?

1 minute - 1/3 questions

6 minutes - x questions

`x = (1)/(3) * 6 = 2`

He can answer 2 questions in 6 minutes.