Ratios

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a relationship between two numbers indicating how many times the first number contains the second.

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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

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What is the ratio of cookies to cupcakes if there are 4 cookies and 2 cupcakes?

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The ratio of cookies to cupcakes is 4:2, which simplifies to 2:1.

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If Susan has 2 cupcakes and 4 cookies, what is the ratio of cookies to cupcakes?

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The ratio of cookies to cupcakes is 4:2, which simplifies to 2:1.

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What is the simplest form of the ratio 20 to 4?

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The simplest form of the ratio 20 to 4 is 5:1.

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How do you convert a ratio into a fraction?

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To convert a ratio into a fraction, write the first term as the numerator and the second term as the denominator.

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What is the ratio of cupcakes to cookies if there are 4 cupcakes and 20 cookies?

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The ratio of cupcakes to cookies is 4:20, which simplifies to 1:5.

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What does it mean if a ratio is expressed as 'a to b'?

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'a to b' means that for every 'a' units of the first quantity, there are 'b' units of the second quantity.

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If the ratio of two quantities is 3:5, what is the total number of parts?

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The total number of parts is 3 + 5 = 8 parts.

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How can ratios be used in real-life situations?

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Ratios can be used in real-life situations such as cooking, budgeting, and comparing quantities.