Ratios & Proportions Practice

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What is a ratio?

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What does it mean for two ratios to be equivalent?

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How can you find an equivalent ratio?

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To find an equivalent ratio, multiply or divide both terms of the ratio by the same non-zero number.

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What is a proportion?

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How do you solve a proportion?

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To solve a proportion, cross-multiply and then solve for the unknown variable.

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What is the unit rate?

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The unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as 'per unit'.

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How do you calculate the unit price?

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To calculate the unit price, divide the total price by the number of units.

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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 is the denominator.

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How do you compare two ratios?

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To compare two ratios, convert them to fractions and find a common denominator or cross-multiply.