Ratios Checkup

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing the relative size of one quantity to another.

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How do you express a ratio?

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A ratio can be expressed in three ways: using a colon (e.g., 1:3), as a fraction (e.g., 1/3), or in words (e.g., 1 to 3).

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What is the ratio of oranges to bananas if there are 1 orange and 3 bananas?

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The ratio of oranges to bananas is 1:3.

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If there are 4 red apples and 3 green apples, what is the ratio of red apples to green apples?

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The ratio of red apples to green apples is 4:3.

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If there are 5 boys and 7 girls, what is the ratio of girls to boys?

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The ratio of girls to boys is 7:5.

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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

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What is the ratio of cats to dogs if there are 3 cats and 2 dogs?

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The ratio of cats to dogs is 3:2.

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What does it mean if a ratio is expressed as 1:1?

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A ratio of 1:1 means that the two quantities are equal.

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How can ratios be used in real-life situations?

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Ratios can be used in various real-life situations, such as cooking, mixing ingredients, comparing prices, and analyzing data.

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What is the relationship between ratios and proportions?

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Ratios compare two quantities, while proportions state that two ratios are equal.