Comparing and Simplifying Ratios

The video tutorial covers the concept of comparing ratios using ratio tables. It begins with an introduction to creating equivalent ratios by scaling up and down. The tutorial then moves on to practical examples, such as comparing texting speeds of three individuals and analyzing juice concentrate ratios. The video concludes with a comparison of apple juice ratios, emphasizing the importance of finding equivalent values for effective comparison.

What is the equivalent ratio of 30 to 80 when scaled up by a factor of 3?

• 75 to 200

• 60 to 160

• 90 to 240

• 45 to 120

If 2 hours result in 16 pizzas sold, what is the simplified ratio of hours to pizzas?

• 1 to 4

• 4 to 16

• 2 to 16

• 1 to 8

How many words can Michaela text in one minute if she texts 150 words in 3 minutes?

• 50 words

• 55 words

• 45 words

• 60 words

Who is the fastest texter if Michaela texts 50 words per minute, Jenna 45, and Maria 40?

• Jenna

• Michaela

• Maria

• All are equal

Which individual has the greatest water to juice concentrate ratio if Franka uses 15 units of water for 3 units of concentrate?

• Laredo

• Franka

• Milton

• All are equal

What is the simplified ratio of water to juice concentrate for Milton if he uses 40 units of water for 10 units of concentrate?

• 5 to 1

• 2 to 1

• 4 to 1

• 3 to 1

In the apple juice problem, whose juice has the strongest flavor based on the water to juice ratio?

• Laredo

• Milton

• All are equal

• Franka

What is the simplified ratio of Laredo's apple juice if he uses 12 units of water for 2 units of concentrate?

• 3 to 1

• 5 to 1

• 6 to 1

• 4 to 1

How can ratio tables be extended to compare different ratios effectively?

• By using only the largest values

• By ignoring smaller ratios

• By changing the base ratio

• By adding more rows with equivalent ratios

What is a key takeaway about comparing ratios using tables?

• Look for equal amounts in rows or columns

• Always use the largest ratio

• Ignore fractional values

• Use only whole numbers