Ratios & 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 simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, the ratio 8:4 simplifies to 2:1.

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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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If the ratio of water to sugar is 4:2, what is the simplified ratio?

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The simplified ratio is 2:1.

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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 equivalent ratios or proportions to solve for the unknown quantity.

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What does it mean for two ratios to be equivalent?

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Two ratios are equivalent if they represent the same relationship between quantities, meaning they can be simplified to the same form.

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k=5.

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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If the ratio of water to sugar is 10:4, how does it compare to a 4:2 ratio?

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The 10:4 ratio is equivalent to the 4:2 ratio, meaning they represent the same relationship.

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Find the missing value: If the ratio is 14:x = 7:10, what is x?

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x=10.