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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 of the ratio by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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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, often expressed as 'per unit' (e.g., miles per hour).

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour for every 3 cups of sugar, what is the ratio of flour to sugar?

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The ratio of flour to sugar is 2:3.

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How do you find a missing value in a proportion?

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To find a missing value in a proportion, cross-multiply and solve for the unknown.

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If it takes 4 hours to paint 2 rooms, how long will it take to paint 5 rooms?

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It will take 10 hours to paint 5 rooms.

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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.

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If 3 apples cost $1.50, what is the cost of 5 apples?

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The cost of 5 apples is $2.50.

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What is the scale factor in a scale drawing?

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The scale factor is the ratio of a length in the drawing to the corresponding length in the actual object.

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If a car travels 60 miles in 1 hour, what is its speed in miles per minute?

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The speed is 1 mile per minute.