Ratios, Rates and Proportions

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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How do you convert hours to minutes?

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To convert hours to minutes, multiply the number of hours by 60.

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What is the formula to calculate a rate?

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Rate = Quantity / Time.

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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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 a ratio by the same non-zero number.

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What is the ratio of a part to the whole?

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The ratio of a part to the whole is calculated by dividing the part by the total quantity.

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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 relationship between ratios and fractions?

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

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How do you express a ratio in the form 'a to b'?

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A ratio can be expressed in the form 'a to b' by writing it as a:b.

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What is the significance of the order in a ratio?

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The order in a ratio is significant because it indicates the relationship between the two quantities being compared.