Ratio Problem Solving- Kahoot Style

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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 in the form '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 to express a ratio in simplest form?

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Expressing a ratio in simplest form means reducing it to the smallest possible whole numbers that maintain the same relationship.

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If the ratio of cats to dogs is 5:6, how many cats are there if there are 30 dogs?

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There are 25 cats.

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What is a tape diagram?

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A tape diagram is a visual model that uses rectangles to represent quantities and their relationships, often used in solving ratio and proportion problems.

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How do you find a missing quantity in a ratio?

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To find a missing quantity in a ratio, set up a proportion and solve for the unknown value.

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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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If Matilda answered 12 out of 15 problems correctly, what is her success rate?

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Her success rate is 80% (12/15 = 0.8 or 80%).

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How do you calculate the number of problems answered correctly based on a success rate?

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Multiply the total number of problems by the success rate (e.g., 25 problems * 0.8 = 20 problems).

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What is the unit rate?

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The unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as 'x per 1 unit'.