Ratios

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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 fraction a/b.

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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 divisor (GCD).

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What is the ratio of saves to total shots on goal if Chris made 9 saves and let in 3 goals?

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The ratio of saves to total shots on goal is 3:4.

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What is the ratio of all students to fourth grade students if there are 6 fourth-grade, 8 fifth-grade, and 10 sixth-grade students?

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The ratio of all students to fourth grade students is 4:1.

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How do you find the ratio of a part to the whole?

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To find the ratio of a part to the whole, divide the part by the whole and express it in simplest form.

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What is the ratio of rap songs to all songs if there are 10 rock songs, 6 rap songs, and 2 pop songs?

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The ratio of rap songs to all songs is 1:3.

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What is the ratio of cars to total vehicles if there are 15 cars and 25 trucks?

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The ratio of cars to total vehicles is 3:8.

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If there are 6 squares and 3 circles, what is the ratio of squares to circles?

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The ratio of squares to circles is 2:1.

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What does it mean if a ratio is expressed as 1:4?

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It means for every 1 of the first quantity, there are 4 of the second quantity.

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How can ratios be represented?

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Ratios can be represented in three ways: using a colon (a:b), as a fraction (a/b), or in words (a to b).