Understanding Ratios

What is a ratio?

• A type of fraction

• A mathematical operation

• A measurement of length

• A comparison between two quantities

Which of the following is NOT a way to write a ratio?

• Using a decimal

• Using a colon

• Using a fraction

• Using the word 'to'

How can the ratio 6:3 be simplified?

• 1:2

• 1:3

• 2:1

• 3:1

If there are 3 cupcakes and 6 cookies, what is the ratio of cupcakes to cookies?

• 3:6

• 6:3

• 2:1

• 1:2

What is the total number of desserts if there are 3 cupcakes and 6 cookies?

• 9

• 6

• 3

• 12