2. One of you is 5/8 away from ringing the bell. Who is it? Write an equation to show
how you got your answer.
3. Tony has been watching you. He laughs and says that all three of your
measurements put together would not reach the bell. Estimate using fractions to
see if Tony is correct. Explain and justify your position.
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Part 3
Congratulations! Your class has been selected to supply something for one of the food
booths. Your teacher decides to make a trail mix. For the treat, each student will be
allowed to make one cup of snack mix to eat and then some to sell at the booth.
You may select from these ingredients: coconut, raisins, marshmallows, chocolate chips,
cereal, and peanuts.
6. Choose three ingredients from the above list. Write a recipe for 1 cup of snack
mix you would like for yourself. Use fractions, but do not use equal amounts of
any ingredients.
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MATHEMATICS PERFORMANCE TASK 77 CHRISTIE WAINWRIGHT