Equivalent Ratios

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What is an equivalent ratio?

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An equivalent ratio is a ratio that expresses the same relationship between two quantities, even if the numbers are different. For example, the ratios 1:2 and 2:4 are equivalent.

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common factor (GCF). For example, to simplify the ratio 8:12, divide both by 4 to get 2:3.

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What is the ratio of 5 apples to 10 oranges?

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The ratio of 5 apples to 10 oranges is 1:2 when simplified.

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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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The ratio of flour to sugar is 2:3.

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What is the ratio of 12 to 18 in simplest form?

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The ratio of 12 to 18 in simplest form is 2:3.

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How can you express the ratio of 4 to 8 as a fraction?

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The ratio of 4 to 8 can be expressed as the fraction 4/8, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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If two ratios are equivalent, it means they represent the same relationship between quantities, even if the numbers are different.

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If a car travels 60 miles in 1 hour, what is the ratio of miles to hours?

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The ratio of miles to hours is 60:1.

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How do you find a missing value in a ratio?

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To find a missing value in a ratio, set up a proportion and solve for the unknown value.

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What is the ratio of 15 to 25 in simplest form?

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The ratio of 15 to 25 in simplest form is 3:5.