Ratio Tables

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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 to b' or a:b.

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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a tool used to organize and display ratios in a structured format, helping to identify relationships between quantities.

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

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

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If 5 tea bags are used for 1 gallon of water, how many tea bags are needed for 4 gallons?

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20 bags of tea.

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If 16 limes are used for 2 pies, how many limes are needed for 6 pies?

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48 limes.

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What is the purpose of using a ratio table in problem-solving?

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A ratio table helps visualize relationships between quantities, making it easier to solve problems involving proportions.

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How do you calculate the number of people per table if 90 people are seated at 15 tables?

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Divide 90 by 15 to find that there are 6 people per table.

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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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How can you use a ratio table to solve real-world problems?

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By organizing data in a ratio table, you can easily see patterns and relationships, making it simpler to calculate unknown values.

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, where the first quantity is the numerator and the second quantity is the denominator.