Question

students are asked whether they prefer math or science. Ofthe 120 students surveyed, 65% prefer math. Set up an equation to find out how many of the students prefer science.

Answer 1

65% = Math

65/100 x 120 = 78 = 78 students prefer math

120 - 78 = 42 = 42 students prefer science

Ratio = Math : Science = 78 : 42 = 13 : 7