Question

1. the tape diagram represents the ratio of ounces of noodles to ounces of vegetables in a soup. use a ratio table to determine the number of ounces of vegetables needed when 13 ounces of noodles are used.

noodles
vegetables

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the ratio

The ratio of noodles to vegetables is $2:3$, meaning for every 2 ounces of noodles, 3 ounces of vegetables are needed.

Step2: Find unit rate for noodles

Calculate ounces of veggies per 1 oz noodle:
$\frac{3}{2} = 1.5$

Step3: Calculate veggies for 13 oz noodles

Multiply unit rate by 13:
$13 \times 1.5 = 19.5$

Answer:

19.5 ounces