Writing 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:b'.

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How do you write a ratio?

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

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What does it mean to simplify a ratio?

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Simplifying a ratio means reducing it to its simplest form by dividing both terms by their greatest common divisor.

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What is the ratio of dogs to all pets if there are 2 dogs, 4 cats, and 5 hamsters?

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The ratio of dogs to all pets is 2:11.

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If there are 4 birds and 6 snakes, what is the ratio of birds to total animals?

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The ratio of birds to total animals is 4/10.

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What is the ratio of red apples to green apples if there are 4 red apples and 3 green apples?

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The ratio of red apples to green apples is 4:3.

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How do you find the total number of items in a ratio problem?

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To find the total number of items, add all the quantities together.

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What is the ratio of flames to arms on a candle if there are 3 flames and 2 arms?

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The ratio of flames to arms is 3:2.

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If there are 3 bananas and 8 apples, what is the ratio of bananas to apples?

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The ratio of bananas to apples is 3:8.

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What is the first step in solving a ratio problem?

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The first step is to identify the quantities being compared.