Equivalent Ratios

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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 simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common factor (GCF). For example, to simplify 4:8, divide both by 4 to get 1:2.

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What is the ratio of pears to all fruit if there are 4 apples, 2 bananas, and 5 pears?

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The ratio of pears to all fruit is 5:11.

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What is the simplified ratio of hot dogs to cheeseburgers if there are 2 hot dogs and 4 cheeseburgers?

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The simplified ratio is 1:2.

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If there are 5 boys and 7 girls, what is the ratio of girls to boys?

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The ratio of girls to boys is 7:5.

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What is the ratio of baskets made to total baskets if Michael made 12 out of 18 free throws?

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The ratio is 2:3.

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Find one equivalent ratio for 15:30 using division.

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One equivalent ratio is 5:10.

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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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It means they represent the same relationship between quantities, even if the numbers are different.

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How can you express a ratio in fraction form?

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A ratio can be expressed as a fraction by placing the first term over the second term. For example, the ratio 3:4 can be expressed as 3/4.

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What is the total number of fruits if there are 4 apples, 2 bananas, and 5 pears?

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The total number of fruits is 4 + 2 + 5 = 11.