ACA Minor 3.3 Review

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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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 equivalent ratio of 3:5?

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An equivalent ratio can be found by multiplying or dividing both terms by the same number. For example, 6:10 is equivalent to 3:5.

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How many pounds are in a ton?

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There are 2,000 pounds in a ton.

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Convert 1.5 tons to pounds.

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1.5 tons = 1.5 x 2,000 = 3,000 pounds.

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How many feet are in a yard?

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There are 3 feet in a yard.

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Convert 96 yards to feet.

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96 yards = 96 x 3 = 288 feet.

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What is the metric conversion for meters to kilometers?

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1 kilometer = 1,000 meters.

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Convert 3,000 meters to kilometers.

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3,000 meters = 3,000 / 1,000 = 3 kilometers.

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.