Ratios/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 fraction a/b.

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms of the ratio 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 or 2/3 after simplification.

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What is the ratio of red marbles to yellow marbles if there are 2 red and 5 yellow?

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2 to 5.

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How do you write a ratio in fraction form?

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A ratio can be written in fraction form by placing the first quantity over the second quantity, e.g., a:b can be written as a/b.

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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 have the same ratio, helping to visualize relationships between quantities.

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If Luz earns $400 for 40 hours of work, how much does she earn per hour?

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$10.00 per hour.

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Using a ratio table, how much does Luz earn for 6 hours of work?

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$60.00.

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What is the ratio of red circles to blue stars if there are 3 red circles and 4 blue stars?

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3:4.

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How do you find equivalent ratios?

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To find equivalent ratios, multiply or divide both terms of the ratio by the same non-zero number.