Ratio Tables and Graphs

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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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 does a ratio of 1:2 mean?

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It means for every 1 of the first quantity, there are 2 of the second quantity.

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If there are 10 cats and 12 dogs, what is the ratio of cats to dogs in simplest form?

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5:6

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How can you represent ratios using a table?

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You can create a table with two columns, one for each quantity, and list the corresponding values.

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What is a ratio table?

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A ratio table is a table that shows the relationship between two quantities in ratio form.

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How do you find a missing value in a ratio table?

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Use the known ratios to set up a proportion and solve for the missing value.

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What is the purpose of a graph in representing ratios?

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A graph visually represents the relationship between two quantities, making it easier to see trends and patterns.

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If a table shows 20 sandals and the ratio of sandals to shoes is 1:2, how many shoes are there?

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40 shoes.

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What does a slope represent in a graph?

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The slope represents the rate of change between the two quantities.