Bits & Pieces Review 2

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a relationship between two numbers indicating how many times the first number contains the second.

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How do you express a ratio as a fraction?

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To express a ratio as a fraction, write the first quantity as the numerator and the second quantity as the denominator, then simplify if possible.

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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 numbers, meaning they can be simplified to the same fraction.

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How can you determine if two ratios are equivalent?

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You can determine if two ratios are equivalent by cross-multiplying and checking if the products are equal.

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What is the formula to find the unit rate?

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The unit rate can be found by dividing the quantity by the number of units, giving the amount per one unit.

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If a recipe requires a ratio of ingredients, how can you scale it up or down?

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To scale a recipe, multiply or divide the quantities of each ingredient by the same factor.

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What is the relationship between ounces and cups in terms of volume?

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There are 8 ounces in 1 cup.

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How do you convert a ratio to its simplest form?

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To convert a ratio to its simplest form, divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the significance of understanding ratios in real-life applications?

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Understanding ratios is important for making comparisons, scaling recipes, and solving problems involving proportions in everyday life.

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How do you calculate the speed of an object given distance and time?

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Speed is calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken (Speed = Distance / Time).