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 in the form 'a to b' or a:b.

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How do you write a ratio in simplest form?

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To write a ratio in simplest form, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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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, such as 1:2 and 2:4.

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What is the ratio of music apps to all apps if Kelly has 2 music apps and 10 total apps?

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

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What does it mean for ratios to be equivalent?

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Ratios are equivalent if they represent the same relationship between the quantities, regardless of the numbers used.

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How can you find an equivalent ratio to 3/4?

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To find an equivalent ratio to 3/4, you can multiply both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number, such as 3, resulting in 9/12.

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Is the statement 'the order of numbers in a ratio does not matter' true or false?

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False. The order of numbers in a ratio matters because it indicates the relationship between the two quantities.

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What is the relationship between the ratios 22:14 and 11:7?

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The ratios 22:14 and 11:7 are equivalent because both can be simplified to the same ratio.

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How many different ways can you express the ratio 1:2?

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You can express the ratio 1:2 in multiple ways, such as 2:4, 3:6, or 4:8, as long as the relationship remains the same.

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What is the first step in solving a ratio problem?

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The first step in solving a ratio problem is to identify the quantities being compared and their relationship.