A builder is mixing mortar by combining cement (x x\,x kg) and sand (y y\,y kg) in the ratio 2:72:72:7.
Use this information to draw a graph showing the relationship between the amount of cement and the amount of sand used.
The builder decides to use 40 kg of sand. Use your graph to work out how much cement he should use.
60 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Maths Writing a Ratio as a Fraction or Linear Function. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.