GHMS unit 2 Rates and Ratio and Unit Rate

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What is a ratio?

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

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity.

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How do you find the unit rate from a total cost and quantity?

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Divide the total cost by the quantity to find the cost per one unit.

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If 20 adult tickets cost $250, how much does one adult ticket cost?

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$12.50

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What is the simplified form of the ratio 35:14?

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5:2

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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By dividing both parts of the ratio by their greatest common divisor.

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What is the ratio of votes for yellow to green if there are 18 votes for yellow and 9 for green?

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2:1

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If a candle has 3 flames and 2 arms, what is the ratio of flames to arms?

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3:2

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How many words can Charles type per minute if he types 675 words in 9 minutes?

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75 words per minute.