Ratio Tables

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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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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a table that displays pairs of numbers that form equivalent ratios, helping to visualize the relationship between the quantities.

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How do you find a missing number in a ratio table?

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To find a missing number in a ratio table, use equivalent ratios to set up a proportion and solve for the unknown.

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If 2 limes make 1 pie, how many limes are needed for 3 pies?

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6 limes (2 limes per pie x 3 pies = 6 limes).

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What is the purpose of using ratio tables?

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Ratio tables help in solving problems involving proportional relationships by organizing information clearly.

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How can you determine the number of people per table if 90 people are seated at 15 tables?

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Divide the total number of people (90) by the number of tables (15) to find 6 people per table.

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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.

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If 16 limes are used for 2 pies, how many limes are needed for 4 pies?

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32 limes (16 limes for 2 pies x 2 = 32 limes for 4 pies).

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What is the formula to find a missing value in a ratio?

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The formula is: (a/b) = (c/d), where a and b are known values, and c is the unknown value.

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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 factor.