SCReady Review: Ratios and Proportional Relationships

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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:b'.

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How do you convert a percentage to a decimal?

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To convert a percentage to a decimal, divide the percentage by 100. For example, 20% becomes 0.20.

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities when they are combined together. It is often expressed as a quantity per one unit of another quantity.

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If Elijah earns $200 for 8 hours of work, what is his unit rate?

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$25 per hour.

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What is the ratio of girls to boys if there are 48 boys and the ratio is 3:8?

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18 girls.

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How do you find 20% of a number?

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To find 20% of a number, multiply the number by 0.20. For example, 20% of 15 is 15 * 0.20 = 3.

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If Mrs. Patrick bought 15 expo markers and 20% were blue, how many were blue?

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3 blue markers.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 31%?

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0.31.

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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To express a ratio in simplest form, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor.

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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