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:b'.

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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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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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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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Two ratios are equivalent if they represent the same relationship between quantities, meaning they simplify to the same fraction.

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If a ratio is 1:2, what does that mean?

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It means for every 1 unit of the first quantity, there are 2 units of the second quantity.

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

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You can use a ratio table to organize information and find missing values, making it easier to solve problems involving proportional relationships.

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What is the purpose of using a ratio table in mathematics?

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The purpose is to simplify the process of finding equivalent ratios and solving problems involving proportions.

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If a table shows that 4 bags of popcorn cost $10, how much do 20 bags cost?

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$50, because the cost is proportional (4 bags = $10, so 20 bags = 5 times that amount).

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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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How do you determine if a table uses a 1:2 ratio?

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Check if the second quantity is always double the first quantity for all pairs in the table.