Ratio Tables

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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:b'.

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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 does it mean for two ratios to be equivalent?

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Two ratios are equivalent if they represent the same relationship between quantities, meaning they can be simplified to the same form.

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How can you find a missing value in a ratio table?

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You can find a missing value by using equivalent ratios or by setting up a proportion.

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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a table that displays pairs of numbers that form equivalent ratios.

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If the ratio of A to B is 2:3, what is the ratio of B to A?

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The ratio of B to A is 3:2.

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What is the first step in solving for a missing value in a ratio?

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Identify the known ratios and set up a proportion to solve for the missing value.

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If 4 muffins cost $2, how much do 12 muffins cost?

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$6, because the cost per muffin is $0.50.

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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 check if two ratios are equivalent?

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Cross-multiply the ratios; if the products are equal, the ratios are equivalent.