6th Grade Ratios Review

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities that shows the relative size of one quantity to another, often expressed as 'a to b' or a:b.

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How do you simplify a ratio?

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To simplify a ratio, divide both terms by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What does it mean to find a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as 'per' something (e.g., miles per hour).

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour for every 3 cups of sugar, what is the ratio of flour to sugar?

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The ratio of flour to sugar is 2:3.

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How do you calculate the total number of items from a percentage?

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To find the total number of items from a percentage, divide the number of items by the percentage (in decimal form) and multiply by 100.

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What is a double number line?

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A double number line is a visual representation that shows two sets of numbers and their relationships, often used to illustrate ratios.

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If 18 people can go down a slide in 3 minutes, how many people can go down in 1 minute?

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6 people can go down in 1 minute.

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What is the formula to find the unit rate?

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The unit rate can be found using the formula: Unit Rate = Total Quantity / Number of Units.

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If Maria walks 12 miles in 3 hours, how do you find her speed in miles per hour?

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To find her speed, divide the total miles by the total hours: 12 miles / 3 hours = 4 miles per hour.

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What is the relationship between ratios and fractions?

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Ratios can be expressed as fractions, where the first quantity is the numerator and the second quantity is the denominator.