SSAT Middle Level Math

SSAT Middle Level Math covers essential mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills necessary for success on the SSAT exam.

Basic Concepts

Ratios, Proportions, and Percents

Comparing and Relating Numbers

Ratios, proportions, and percents help you compare numbers and understand how values are related.

Ratios

A ratio shows the relationship between two numbers. If there are 2 cats for every 3 dogs, the ratio is 2:3.

Proportions

A proportion says two ratios are equal, like \( \frac{2}{3} = \frac{4}{6} \).

Percents

Percents are a way of expressing a number out of 100. For example, 50% means 50 out of 100.

Why Use Them?

These tools are super useful for things like comparing prices, calculating discounts, or even mixing a recipe!

Tip

To change a percent to a decimal, just divide by 100!

Examples

  • If you score 18 out of 20 on a quiz, your percent correct is \( \frac{18}{20} \times 100 = 90% \)

  • Mixing 2 cups of juice with 3 cups of water creates a ratio of 2:3

In a Nutshell

Ratios, proportions, and percents let you compare and relate quantities.