Ratio Tables

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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a tool used to show the relationship between two quantities that are in a ratio. It lists pairs of equivalent ratios.

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What does it mean for two ratios to be equivalent?

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Two ratios are equivalent if they represent the same relationship between numbers, meaning they simplify to the same fraction.

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How do you find a missing value in a ratio table?

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To find a missing value, you can use equivalent ratios to set up a proportion and solve for the unknown.

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If 1 scoop of coffee requires 2 cups of water, how many cups are needed for 3 scoops?

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6 cups of water.

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What is the purpose of using a ratio table?

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The purpose of using a ratio table is to organize and visualize the relationships between different quantities, making it easier to solve problems.

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True or False: Ratio tables can only be used for whole numbers.

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False. Ratio tables can be used for fractions and decimals as well.

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If a ratio table shows 2:4, what is the equivalent ratio for 1:2?

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The ratio 2:4 simplifies to 1:2, making them equivalent.

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What is the first step to solve for a missing value in a ratio table?

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Identify the known ratios and set up a proportion.

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In a ratio table, if one value is doubled, what happens to the other value?

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The other value must also be doubled to maintain the equivalent ratio.

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If a ratio table shows 3:6, what is the simplified form?

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1:2.