Question

Predict the number of blue squares in a quilt with 11 green squares if there are four green squares in a quilt with 68 blue squares

Answer 1

set up the proportion. then cross multiply and solve for the variable.

$\frac{4 (green)}{68 (blue)} = \frac{11 (green)}{x(blue)}$

4(x) = 68(11)

4x = 748

 x = 187

Answer: 187 blue squares