Using 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 to b' or 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 numbers that maintain a constant ratio. Start with known values and use multiplication or division to find missing values.

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

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Solving for a variable in a ratio table means finding the unknown value that maintains the ratio between the known values.

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If a ratio is 2:3, what is the equivalent ratio for 4:6?

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4:6 is equivalent to 2:3 because both ratios simplify to the same fraction.

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What is the purpose of using ratio tables?

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Ratio tables help visualize relationships between quantities, making it easier to solve problems involving proportions.

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If Hilbert burns 120 calories in 30 minutes, how many calories does he burn in 60 minutes?

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He burns 240 calories in 60 minutes.

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What is the missing number if the ratio is 5:15 and one number is 5?

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The missing number is 15.

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

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To find a missing value, set up a proportion using the known values and solve for the unknown.

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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 number is the numerator and the second number is the denominator.

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If a ratio table shows 1:4 and you have 8, what is the corresponding value?

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The corresponding value is 32.