Ratio word problems

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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 46 to 54 in lowest terms?

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The ratio of 46 to 54 in lowest terms is 23 to 27.

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If there are 9 boys and 12 girls, what is the ratio of girls to total students?

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The ratio of girls to total students is 12 to 21, which simplifies to 4 to 7.

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What are the three ways to write a ratio?

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A ratio can be written as a fraction, with a colon, or using the word 'to'.

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If the ratio of red to yellow apples is 4:3 and there are 6 yellow apples, how many red apples are there?

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There are 8 red apples.

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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 express a ratio as a fraction?

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To express a ratio as a fraction, write the first quantity as the numerator and the second quantity as the denominator.

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What does it mean if a ratio is 1:1?

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A 1:1 ratio means that the two quantities are equal.

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

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The ratio of flour to sugar is 2 to 3.