Ratios, Equivalent Ratios, and Ratio Tables SG

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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 simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, to simplify 35:14, divide both by 7 to get 5:2.

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What are three ways to write a ratio?

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1. Using 'to' (e.g., 5 to 2) 2. Using a colon (e.g., 5:2) 3. As a fraction (e.g., 5/2).

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If the ratio of girls to boys is 3:8 and there are 48 boys, how many girls are there?

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18 girls.

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What is an equivalent ratio?

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An equivalent ratio is a ratio that expresses the same relationship between two quantities, even if the numbers are different. For example, 2:3 and 4:6 are equivalent ratios.

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

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To find a missing value in a ratio table, use equivalent ratios or cross-multiplication to solve for the unknown.

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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a table that displays pairs of numbers that form equivalent ratios, helping to visualize the relationship between the quantities.

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If the ratio of sweaters to vests is 6:5 and there are 30 vests, how many sweaters are there?

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36 sweaters.

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The GCD is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder. It is used to simplify ratios.

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Give a real-life example of a ratio.

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A real-life example of a ratio is 4 meatballs to 1 cup of sauce.

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