Question

Different sized containers are filled with oil. Later, vinegar is added to make a salad dressing. The ratio used is 1 tablespoon of vinegar (y) to 0.5 tablespoons of oil (x). Which of the following statements is true?1) The function is y = 1\2 x because the recipe calls for a ratio of 2 parts oil to 1 part vinegar.2)The function is y = 2 x because the recipe calls for a ratio of 2 parts vinegar to 1 part oil.3)The function is y = 2 x because the recipe calls for a ratio of 2 parts oil to 1 part vinegar.4)The function is y = 1\2 x because the recipe calls for a ratio of 2 parts vinegar to 1 part oil.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation

Given that the ratio used is 1 tablespoon of vinegar (y) to 0.5 tablespoons of oil (x).

This implies that the function is y = 2 x because the recipe calls for a ratio of 2 parts vinegar to 1 part oil.

Answer: Option 2