Ratios/Ratio Tables

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you write a ratio?

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Ratios can be written in three ways: using a colon (e.g., 3:4), as a fraction (e.g., 3/4), or with the word 'to' (e.g., 3 to 4).

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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 shows the relationship between two quantities and helps to find equivalent ratios.

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If a ratio is 2:3, what does it mean?

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It means for every 2 parts of the first quantity, there are 3 parts of the second quantity.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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

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To find a missing value, use equivalent ratios and cross-multiply if necessary.

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What is the purpose of using ratio tables?

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Ratio tables help to visualize and solve problems involving ratios, making it easier to find equivalent ratios and missing values.

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

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Luz earns $10 per hour ($400 ÷ 40 hours).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is the equivalent ratio of 4:6?

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The equivalent ratio of 4:6 is 2:3 (by dividing both sides by 2).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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

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You can set up a ratio based on the quantities involved and use it to find unknown values, like in the case of earnings or distances.

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What is the first step in completing a ratio table?

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Identify the known values and the relationship between the quantities.