Equivalent Ratios

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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 two quantities, even if the numbers used are different. For example, the ratios 1:2 and 2:4 are equivalent.

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How do you find equivalent ratios?

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To find equivalent ratios, you can multiply or divide both terms of the ratio by the same non-zero number.

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What is the ratio of 3 to 4 expressed in fraction form?

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The ratio of 3 to 4 can be expressed as the fraction 3/4.

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour and 3 cups of sugar, what is the ratio of flour to sugar?

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The ratio of flour to sugar is 2:3.

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How can you represent a ratio using a colon?

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A ratio can be represented using a colon by placing the two quantities separated by a colon, such as 1:2.

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, where the first quantity is the numerator and the second quantity is the denominator.

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If a car travels 60 miles in 1 hour, what is the ratio of miles to hours?

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The ratio of miles to hours is 60:1.

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What does it mean if two ratios are proportional?

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Two ratios are proportional if they express the same relationship between quantities, meaning they can be set equal to each other.

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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 ratio of 5 apples to 10 oranges?

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The ratio of 5 apples to 10 oranges is 1:2 when simplified.