Ratios, Tables and Graphs

Front

What is a ratio?

Back

A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

Front

How do you simplify a ratio?

Back

To simplify a ratio, divide both terms by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

Front

What is the simplest form of the ratio 8:4?

Back

The simplest form of the ratio 8:4 is 2:1.

Front

If a recipe calls for 5 cups of flour for 1 batch, how much flour is needed for 6 batches?

Back

30 cups of flour.

Front

What is an equivalent ratio?

Back

An equivalent ratio is a ratio that expresses the same relationship between two quantities, even if the numbers are different.

Front

If there are 2 cats for every 9 dogs, how many cats are there for 18 dogs?

Back

4 cats.

Front

What is a table in the context of ratios?

Back

A table is a systematic arrangement of data, often used to display ratios or relationships between quantities.

Front

How can graphs help in understanding ratios?

Back

Graphs visually represent data, making it easier to see relationships and compare ratios.

Front

What is a proportion?

Back

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

Front

How do you find a missing value in a proportion?

Back

Cross-multiply the known values and solve for the missing value.