Ratio and 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:b'.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you write a ratio in simplest form?

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To write a ratio in simplest form, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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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.

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If the ratio of apples to oranges is 2:3, how many oranges are there if there are 10 apples?

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There are 15 oranges.

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What does it mean for two ratios to be equivalent?

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Two ratios are equivalent if they represent the same relationship between quantities, meaning they simplify to the same fraction.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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How can you find a missing value in a ratio table?

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You can find a missing value by using equivalent ratios or by setting up a proportion.

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What is the value of B if the ratio is 4:6 and A is 8?

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B is 12.

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Complete the ratio table: 1:2, 2:4, 3:?

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6.

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If the ratio of boys to girls in a class is 5:7 and there are 35 boys, how many girls are there?

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There are 49 girls.

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What is the equivalent ratio of 12:20?

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3:5.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A