SOL 6.1 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: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 factor (GCF).

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What is the ratio of 4 to 2 in simplest form?

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2 to 1.

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If there are 3 apples and 5 oranges, what is the ratio of apples to oranges?

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3 to 5.

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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 you express the ratio of 10 to 15 in simplest form?

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2 to 3.

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What is the ratio of 8 cats to 4 dogs?

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2 to 1.

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

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2 to 3.

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What is the ratio of 12 pencils to 8 erasers in simplest form?

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3 to 2.

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If there are 6 red balls and 9 blue balls, what is the ratio of red to blue balls?

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2 to 3.