Ratios (6th Grade)

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities that shows the relative size of one quantity to another, often expressed as 'a to b' or a:b.

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the ratio of red marbles to yellow marbles if there are 2 red and 5 yellow?

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The ratio of red to yellow marbles is 2:5.

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If a bag contains 6 yellow, 3 red, and 8 blue LEGOs, what is the total number of LEGOs?

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The total number of LEGOs is 6 + 3 + 8 = 17.

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What is the ratio of red LEGOs to all LEGOs in simplest form if there are 3 red LEGOs?

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The ratio of red LEGOs to all LEGOs is 3/17.

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How do you express a ratio as a fraction?

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To express a ratio as a fraction, write the first quantity as the numerator and the second quantity as the denominator.

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What is the ratio of music apps to total apps if there are 2 music apps and 10 total apps?

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The ratio of music apps to total apps is 2:10, which simplifies to 1:5.

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What is the total number of dogs if there are 44 collies and 56 poodles?

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The total number of dogs is 44 + 56 = 100.

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What is the ratio of poodles to total dogs if there are 56 poodles?

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The ratio of poodles to total dogs is 56:100.

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How do you find the ratio of two quantities?

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To find the ratio of two quantities, divide each quantity by the other to express their relationship.