Equivalent ratios and ratio tables

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What is an equivalent ratio?

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An equivalent ratio is a ratio that expresses the same relationship between two quantities, even if the numbers are different. For example, 1:2 and 2:4 are equivalent ratios.

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How do you find the unit rate from a ratio?

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To find the unit rate, divide the first quantity by the second quantity. The result will be the amount of the first quantity per one unit of the second quantity.

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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a tool used to organize pairs of numbers that form equivalent ratios. It helps in visualizing the relationship between the quantities.

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If 4 cups of chicken broth serve 16 people, how many cups are needed for 8 people?

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2 cups.

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What is the unit rate of 25 hours in 5 days?

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5 hours per day.

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How do you determine if two rates are equivalent?

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Two rates are equivalent if they have the same unit rate.

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What is the price per gallon if it costs $46.80 to fill a 13-gallon tank?

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$3.60 per gallon.

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If a recipe calls for 4 cups of an ingredient for 16 servings, how much is needed for 8 servings?

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2 cups.

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What does it mean for two ratios to be in proportion?

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Two ratios are in proportion if they are equivalent, meaning they represent the same relationship.

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How can you use a ratio table to solve problems?

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You can use a ratio table to find missing values by filling in known ratios and using equivalent ratios to find unknown quantities.