Question

Ms. Posillico shoes are in ratio of 6:2:3:4; Wedges, Stilettos, Sneakers, Sandals respectfully. She owns 18 pairs of wedges. How many pairs of shoes does she own? (Show your work)

Answer 1

6:2:3:4

for every 6 pairs of wedges she owns 2 Stillettos, 3 sneakers and 4 sandals

18/6 =3

3*2 =6 stilettos

3*3 = 9 sneakers

3*4 =12 sandals

18 + 6 + 9 + 12 = 45 pairs of shoes