6th Grade Ratios Review

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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How do you solve a problem using a double number line?

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A double number line helps visualize the relationship between two quantities, allowing you to see how one quantity changes in relation to another.

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If 18 people can go down a slide in 3 minutes, how do you find the time for a different number of people?

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You can set up a proportion based on the ratio of people to time, then solve for the unknown time.

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How many pints are in 3 quarts?

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There are 6 pints in 3 quarts, since there are 2 pints in each quart.

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What is the dependent variable in a graph?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is being measured or tested in an experiment, typically plotted on the y-axis.

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How do you convert yards to feet?

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To convert yards to feet, multiply the number of yards by 3, since there are 3 feet in 1 yard.

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What is a tape diagram?

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A tape diagram is a visual representation used to show the relationship between quantities, often used in solving ratio and proportion problems.

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What is the purpose of using ratios in real-life situations?

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Ratios help compare quantities and make sense of relationships between different items, such as ingredients in a recipe or distances.

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How can you find an unknown quantity in a ratio?

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You can use cross-multiplication or set up a proportion to find the unknown quantity.

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What does it mean for two quantities to be in a proportional relationship?

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Two quantities are in a proportional relationship if they maintain a constant ratio or rate.