Scaling and Real-World Fraction Problems Worksheet
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Scaling and Real-World Fraction Problems Worksheet
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Directions
- Fill in each blank carefully.
- Circle or mark the best answer for each multiple-choice question.
- Match each prompt to the best option before writing your answer.
- Use the larger space to show your thinking on word problems.
1. Multiplying by a fraction less than 1 usually scales a quantity __.
2. Which equation shows taking half of 12 feet?
3. 3/4 x 8 = __
4. Match the situation to the equation: half of 18 students
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5. Match the situation to the equation: three fourths of 20 miles
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6. Match the situation to the equation: one fifth of 35 stickers
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7. A recipe uses 2/3 cup of juice for one batch. How much juice is needed for 3 batches?
8. A 10-meter ribbon is cut to 3/5 of its length for a project. How much ribbon is used?
9. Which product shows scaling up?
10. A class needs 1 1/2 yards of paper for one mural. How many yards are needed for 4 murals?
📋 Teacher Answer Key
1. down
2. 12 x 1/2
3. 6
4. 18 x 1/2
5. 20 x 3/4
6. 35 x 1/5
7. 2 cups of juice
8. 6 meters of ribbon
9. 4 x 1 1/2
10. 6 yards of paper