Worked Example 3: Recipe Scaling

Part of Proportion · Section 9 of 16

Study NotesUnit: NumberGCSE

A recipe uses 300g flour for 4 people. How much flour is needed for 10 people?

Solution

Flour ∝ Number of people (direct proportion)

F = kP where F = flour, P = people

When P = 4, F = 300: 300 = k × 4

k = 300 ÷ 4 = 75

So F = 75P

For 10 people: F = 75 × 10 = 750g

Answer: 750g flour

This study notes covers Worked Example 3: Recipe Scaling within Proportion for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Proportion in Number for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. Use this page as part of a wider topic revision path rather than treating it as an isolated fact. It is section 9 of 16 in this topic. Use this study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Practice questions for Proportion

y is directly proportional to x. Which equation could represent this relationship?

A. y = k/x
B. y = kx
C. y = k − x
D. y = x²

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Proportion Symbol

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Recipe Application

Recipe for 4 people uses 300g flour How much for 10 people? Flour ∝ People (direct) F = kP 300 = k × 4, so k = 75 For 10 people: F = 75 × 10 = 750g

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