Writing Ratios

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a way to compare two quantities by using division. It shows how much of one thing there is compared to another.

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How can you write a ratio?

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You can write a ratio as a fraction, using the word 'to', or with a colon (:).

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What is the ratio of 4 red apples to 3 green apples?

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4 red apples to 3 green apples.

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If there are 54 yellow apples and 6 total apples, what is the ratio of yellow to total?

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9 to 54.

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What is the ratio of seals to turtles if there are 3 seals and 5 turtles?

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3 to 5.

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How do you find the ratio of birds to total animals if there are 4 birds and 6 snakes?

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The ratio is 4/10.

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What does it mean if a ratio is written as 3:5?

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It means for every 3 of one item, there are 5 of another item.

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What is the ratio of 7 apples to 3 green apples?

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7 apples to 3 green apples.

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If you have 10 oranges and 5 apples, what is the ratio of oranges to apples?

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10 to 5.

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What is the simplest form of the ratio 4:8?

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1:2.