SOL 6.1 Ratios

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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 simplest form of the ratio 6:8?

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3 to 4.

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If a ratio is 4:3, what does it mean?

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It means for every 4 parts of one quantity, there are 3 parts of another quantity.

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What is the ratio of footballs to tennis balls if there are 4 footballs and 10 tennis balls?

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2 to 5.

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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 ratio of 10 apples to 5 oranges?

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2 to 1.

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If there are 3 cats and 5 dogs, what is the ratio of cats to dogs?

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3 to 5.

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, and they represent the same relationship between quantities.

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How can you compare two ratios?

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You can compare two ratios by cross-multiplying or converting them to fractions.