GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Ratio, Proportion & Rates of Change: Ratios - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the total cost of a van including VAT, determine the monthly payments, and find the deposit amount. It then guides on simplifying the ratio of the deposit to the total payments using a calculator. The tutorial also outlines the marks allocation for each step in the problem-solving process.

What is the initial cost of the van before adding VAT?

• £8500

• £10200

• £1700

• £6375

How is the 20% VAT calculated on the van's cost?

• By multiplying the cost by 0.2

• By adding £1700 directly

• By subtracting £850 from the cost

• By dividing the cost by 5

What is the total cost of the van after adding VAT?

• £10200

• £6375

• £8500

• £1700

How much does Raya pay in total through monthly installments?

• £8500

• £10200

• £6375

• £1700

What is the deposit amount Raya initially pays?

• £10200

• £8500

• £6375

• £3825

What is the simplified ratio of the deposit to the total payments?

• 3:2

• 2:3

• 5:3

• 3:5

Which step in the problem-solving process involves using the fraction key on a calculator?

• Calculating monthly payments

• Calculating the total van cost

• Finding the deposit amount

• Simplifying the ratio