5.1: Describing Ratios

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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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How do you write a ratio?

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Ratios can be written in three ways: using the word 'to' (e.g., 2 to 3), using a colon (e.g., 2:3), or as a fraction (e.g., 2/3).

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What does the term 'part' mean in a ratio?

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In a ratio, a 'part' refers to a single unit of measurement that is used to compare quantities.

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If there are 14 apples and 6 oranges, what is the ratio of apples to oranges?

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The ratio of apples to oranges is 14:6, which can be simplified to 7:3.

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What is the ratio of HAMBURGERS to ALL FOOD if there are 4 hamburgers and 6 total food items?

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The ratio of HAMBURGERS to ALL FOOD is 4:6.

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What is the simplified form of the ratio 20:30?

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The simplified form of the ratio 20:30 is 2:3.

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How do you find the ratio of two quantities?

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To find the ratio of two quantities, divide each quantity by the greatest common factor (GCF) of both quantities.

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What is the ratio of turtles to seals if there are 5 turtles and 3 seals?

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The ratio of turtles to seals is 5:3.

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If there are 4 green apples and 3 red apples, what is the ratio of green apples to total apples?

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The ratio of green apples to total apples is 4:7.

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What is the ratio of monkeys to bananas if there are 4 monkeys and 5 bananas?

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The ratio of monkeys to bananas is 4:5.