Ratios-M

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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 3 apples to 5 oranges?

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3:5

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If there are 10 boys and 5 girls, what is the ratio of girls to boys?

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1:2

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What is the simplest form of the ratio 8:12?

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2:3

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How do you express a ratio in fraction form?

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A ratio a:b can be expressed as the fraction a/(a+b).

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What is the ratio of 4 red marbles to 6 blue marbles?

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2:3

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour and 3 cups of sugar, what is the ratio of flour to sugar?

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2:3

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What is the ratio of 15 students to 5 teachers?

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3:1

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If there are 12 cats and 8 dogs, what is the ratio of dogs to all pets?

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8:20 or 2:5 after simplification.