Given a set of six paint mix ratios, artistic mathematicians produce an equation that relates the number of parts for blue paint to parts for yellow paint resulting new shades of green. 

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Pros

• A focused task that demonstrates how math can even be applied to art
• Designed to meet Common Core State Standards for seventh grade ratios and proportional relationships
• Commentary provides details on the solution

Cons

• None

Common Core

7.RP.A.2.a 7.RP.A.2.c