MathematicsQuestion 14 of 120
The ratio of nurses to patients is 1:8. How many nurses are needed for 56 patients?
a.6
b.8
c.5
d.7
Explanation
Set up 1/8 = x/56. Cross multiplying gives 8x = 56, so x = 7 nurses.
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