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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 can a ratio be expressed?

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A ratio can be expressed using a colon (:) or the word 'to'.

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What is an equivalent ratio?

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An equivalent ratio is a ratio that expresses the same relationship between quantities, even if the numbers are different.

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What is the equivalent ratio of 5 to 4 when both sides are multiplied by 5?

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The equivalent ratio is 25 to 20.

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How do you find the total number of items in a group when given a ratio?

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To find the total number of items, you can use the ratio to set up a proportion and solve for the total.

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What is a tape diagram?

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A tape diagram is a visual representation of a ratio or a relationship between quantities, often used to solve problems involving ratios.

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If there are 120 boys in a group and the ratio of boys to girls is 5 to 8, how many girls are there?

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There are 150 girls in the group.

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What is the total number of boys and girls if there are 120 boys and the ratio of boys to girls is 5 to 8?

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The total number of boys and girls is 270.

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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

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What is the GCD of 25 and 20?

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The GCD of 25 and 20 is 5.