VIP: Practice BM 2

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What is a ratio?

Back

A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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How do you find the ratio of students to basketballs if there are 35 students and 7 basketballs?

Back

To find the ratio, divide the number of students by the number of basketballs: 35 ÷ 7 = 5. The ratio is 5 to 1.

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What integer represents a gain of 10 yards in football?

Back

+10

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Back

12

Front

How do you determine which is the better buy between two products?

Back

Calculate the price per unit for each product and compare them. The lower price per unit is the better buy.

Front

If a 12 pack of Coke costs $3.50, what is the cost per can?

Back

Cost per can = $3.50 ÷ 12 = approximately $0.29 per can.

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What is the ratio of wins to losses if a team has won 2 out of 6 games?

Back

The ratio of wins to losses is 2:4, since they have lost 4 games.

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What does a positive integer indicate in sports statistics?

Back

A positive integer indicates a gain or an increase, such as yards gained in a play.

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What is the formula to calculate the price per unit?

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Price per unit = Total price ÷ Number of units.

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How do you simplify the ratio 2:4?

Back

To simplify, divide both numbers by their greatest common divisor, which is 2. The simplified ratio is 1:2.