Question

1. henry is making a corn grits recipe that calls for \\(\frac{1}{4}\\) cup of corn grits for every \\(\frac{1}{2}\\) cup of water. how many cups of water will henry need if he uses \\(1\frac{1}{2}\\) cups of corn grits?

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed numbers to fractions

$1\frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{2}$

Step2: Find grits multiplier

$\text{Multiplier} = \frac{\frac{3}{2}}{\frac{1}{4}} = \frac{3}{2} \times 4 = 6$

Step3: Calculate required water

$\text{Water} = 6 \times \frac{1}{2} = 3$

Answer:

3 cups