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 to b' or a:b.

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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, helping to visualize the relationship between the quantities.

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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 purpose of using ratio tables?

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Ratio tables help in solving problems involving proportions, making it easier to see relationships and find missing values.

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If the ratio of apples to oranges is 2:3, how many oranges are there if there are 10 apples?

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There are 15 oranges. (10 apples * 3/2 = 15 oranges)

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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 can you represent a ratio of 4:5 in a table?

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You can represent it as: 4, 5; 8, 10; 12, 15; etc.

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What is the first step in creating a ratio table?

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The first step is to identify the ratio you want to represent and the quantities involved.

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour for every 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 do you complete a ratio table?

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To complete a ratio table, you can use multiplication or division to find missing values based on the known ratios.