Equal Ratios

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What is an equal ratio?

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An equal ratio is when two ratios represent the same relationship between numbers, meaning they simplify to the same fraction.

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Is 8/12 equal to 10/15?

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Yes, 8/12 = 10/15 because both simplify to 2/3.

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Is 3 : 7 equal to 24 : 56?

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Yes, 3 : 7 = 24 : 56 because both ratios simplify to the same value.

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Is 6 : 4 equal to 3 : 2?

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Yes, 6 : 4 = 3 : 2 because both simplify to 3/2.

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Are 5:6 and 2:3 equal ratios?

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No, 5:6 is not equal to 2:3 because they simplify to different values.

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What is the missing term in the ratio 25:5 = n:1?

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The missing term n is 5.

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How do you determine if two ratios are equal?

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To determine if two ratios are equal, cross-multiply and compare the products.

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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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If a ratio is 4:8, what is its simplest form?

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The simplest form of 4:8 is 1:2.

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What is the ratio of 10 to 15?

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The ratio of 10 to 15 is 2:3 when simplified.