Ratio Table

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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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How do you create a ratio table?

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A ratio table is created by listing pairs of equivalent ratios in a table format, showing how one quantity changes in relation to another.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable in a ratio?

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Solving for a variable in a ratio means finding the value of that variable that makes the ratio true or equivalent.

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If the ratio of A to B is 3:1, what is the value of A if B is 20?

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A = 60, because if B is 20, then A = 3 * 20 = 60.

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What is the purpose of a ratio table?

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The purpose of a ratio table is to organize and visualize the relationships between different ratios, making it easier to solve problems.

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If A = 12, what is the value of B if the ratio of A to B is 12:1?

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B = 1, because if A is 12, then B = 12 / 12 = 1.

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How can you use a ratio table to find missing values?

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You can use a ratio table to find missing values by identifying the pattern in the ratios and applying it to calculate the unknown.

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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 quantities, even if the numbers are different, such as 2:4 and 1:2.

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If the ratio of A to B is 3:4, what is the value of A if B is 16?

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A = 12, because if B is 16, then A = (3/4) * 16 = 12.

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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.