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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 two quantities, even if the numbers are different. For example, the ratios 1:2 and 2:4 are equivalent.

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How do you compare two ratios?

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To compare two ratios, you can cross-multiply and see if the products are equal. If they are, the ratios are equivalent.

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What is the ratio of salt to water in John's mixture?

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The ratio of salt to water in John's mixture is 3:10.

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What is the ratio of salt to water in Mary's mixture?

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The ratio of salt to water in Mary's mixture is 5:12.

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How do you find the concentration of a solution?

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The concentration of a solution can be found by dividing the amount of solute by the total amount of solution and then multiplying by 100 to get a percentage.

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If 3 out of 4 vehicles are cars, what fraction represents the trucks?

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The fraction representing the trucks is 1 out of 4, or 1/4.

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What is the total number of vehicles if 90 vehicles came to the car wash?

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The total number of vehicles is 90.

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How many cars came to the car wash if 1 out of every 10 were trucks?

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If 1 out of every 10 were trucks, then 90 - 9 = 81 cars came to the car wash.

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What is the ratio of white vinegar to water in Brand A's solution?

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The ratio of white vinegar to water in Brand A's solution is 5:25, which simplifies to 1:5.

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What is the ratio of white vinegar to water in Brand B's solution?

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The ratio of white vinegar to water in Brand B's solution is 30:125, which simplifies to 6:25.