Basic 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 does it mean for two ratios to be equivalent?

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Two ratios are equivalent if they represent the same relationship between quantities, meaning they can be simplified to the same form.

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What is the ratio of 3 to 5 expressed in fraction form?

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3/5.

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour and 3 cups of sugar, what is the ratio of flour to sugar?

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The ratio of flour to sugar is 2:3.

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How can you express the ratio 4:8 in simplest form?

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The simplest form of 4:8 is 1:2.

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What is the total number of parts in the ratio 2:3?

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The total number of parts is 2 + 3 = 5.

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If there are 10 apples and 5 oranges, what is the ratio of apples to oranges?

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The ratio of apples to oranges is 10:5, which simplifies to 2:1.

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What is the ratio of 15 to 24 in lowest terms?

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The ratio of 15 to 24 in lowest terms is 5:8.

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If a class has 12 boys and 18 girls, what is the ratio of boys to girls?

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The ratio of boys to girls is 12:18, which simplifies to 2:3.