Ratios-Adv

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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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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 88 students in 4 classes?

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22 students per class.

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What is the ratio of boys to girls if there are 13 boys and 10 girls?

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The ratio of boys to girls is 13 to 10.

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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To express a ratio in simplest form, reduce it to the smallest whole numbers that maintain the same relationship.

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What is the ratio of coaches to players if there are 3 coaches and 10 players?

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The ratio of coaches to players is 3 to 10.

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If there are 4 apples, 2 bananas, and 5 pears, what is the ratio of pears to all fruit?

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The ratio of pears to all fruit is 5 to 11.

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What is the ratio of dogs to goats if there are 9 goats and 8 dogs?

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The ratio of dogs to goats is 8 to 9.

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How do you find the total number of parts in a ratio?

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Add the numbers in the ratio together to find the total number of parts.

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What does a ratio of 1:4 mean?

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A ratio of 1:4 means for every 1 part of the first quantity, there are 4 parts of the second quantity.