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 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 is the ratio of 2 apples to 3 oranges?

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2:3

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If there are 4 red balls and 6 blue balls, what is the ratio of red to blue balls?

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2:3

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What does a ratio of 1:4 mean?

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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 do you express a ratio as a fraction?

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A ratio of a:b can be expressed as the fraction a/(a+b).

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What is the ratio of 5 to 10?

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1:2 (simplified form).

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour and 3 cups of sugar, what is the ratio of flour to sugar?

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2:3

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What is the ratio of 8 to 12?

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2:3 (after simplification).

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In a class of 20 students, if 8 are girls, what is the ratio of girls to boys?

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8:12 or 2:3 (since there are 12 boys).