writing ratios

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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 write a ratio?

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A ratio can be written in three ways: using the word 'to' (e.g., 2 to 3), using a colon (e.g., 2:3), or as a fraction (e.g., 2/3).

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What is the ratio of red marbles to yellow marbles if there are 2 red and 5 yellow?

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The ratio of red to yellow marbles is 2 to 5.

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If there are 4 triangles and 6 squares, what is the ratio of triangles to squares?

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The ratio of triangles to squares is 4 to 6, which can be simplified to 2 to 3.

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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 divisor (GCD).

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What is the ratio of boys to girls if there are 13 boys and 10 girls?

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The ratio of boys to girls is 13 to 10.

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If Ella has 5 balloons and Taylor has 7 balloons, what is the ratio of Ella's balloons to Taylor's balloons?

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The ratio of Ella's balloons to Taylor's balloons is 5 to 7.

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What does it mean if a ratio is expressed as 1:4?

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It means for every 1 of the first quantity, there are 4 of the second quantity.

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How can ratios be used in real life?

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Ratios can be used in cooking, budgeting, and comparing quantities in various situations.

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What is the ratio of school apps to game apps if Kelly has 5 school apps and 3 game apps?

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The ratio of school apps to game apps is 5 to 3.