Ratios and Tape Diagrams 2

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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: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 birds to snakes if there are 4 birds and 6 snakes?

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4:6, which simplifies to 2:3.

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If the ratio of brownies to cookies is 3:5 and there are 75 cookies, how many brownies are there?

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45 brownies.

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What does it mean to double a recipe?

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To double a recipe means to multiply all ingredients by 2.

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If Ella has 5 balloons and Taylor has 7 balloons, what is the ratio of Ella's balloons to Taylor's balloons?

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5:7.

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What is the relationship of oranges to fruit if there are 2 oranges for every 6 fruits?

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The ratio is 2:6, which simplifies to 1:3.

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How do you express a ratio in fraction form?

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A ratio can be expressed as a fraction by placing the first quantity over the second quantity.

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What is the first step in solving a ratio problem?

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Identify the quantities being compared and write them in ratio form.

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If a recipe calls for 3 eggs and you want to make half the recipe, how many eggs do you need?

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1.5 eggs.