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 the relationship between the known numbers to set up a proportion and solve for the unknown.

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If 72 students are divided into 12 teams, how many students are in each team?

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6 students per team.

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What is the purpose of using a ratio table?

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The purpose of using a ratio table is to organize and simplify the comparison of ratios, making it easier to solve problems involving proportional relationships.

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How can you use a ratio table to solve real-world problems?

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You can use a ratio table to break down complex problems into simpler parts, allowing you to find missing values or understand relationships between quantities.

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, where the first quantity is the numerator and the second quantity is the denominator.

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If there are 90 people seated at 15 tables, how many people are at each table?

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6 people per table.

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What does it mean for ratios to be equivalent?

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Equivalent ratios are ratios that express the same relationship between quantities, even if the numbers are different.

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How do you create a ratio table?

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To create a ratio table, list pairs of equivalent ratios in rows and columns, ensuring that the relationship between the quantities remains consistent.