Ratio Tables & Unit Rates

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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 simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms 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 'x per 1 unit'.

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If there are 10 cats and 12 dogs, what is the ratio of cats to dogs in simplest form?

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5:6

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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 relationship between the known values and apply the same ratio.

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What is the unit rate if 120 calories are burned in 30 minutes?

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The unit rate is 4 calories per minute.

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If a worker earns $5 for every 6 hours worked, what is the unit rate of pay per hour?

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The unit rate is $0.83 per hour.

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What is the purpose of a ratio table?

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A ratio table helps organize and compare ratios, making it easier to see relationships between quantities.

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If B is 10 in a ratio table, what does that represent?

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B represents a specific quantity in relation to other quantities in the table.

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How can you use a ratio to create a graph?

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You can plot points on a graph based on the ratios, showing the relationship between the two quantities.