Ratios & Ratio Tables

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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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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you solve for a missing value in a ratio table?

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To find a missing value in a ratio table, you can set up a proportion based on the known values and cross-multiply to solve for the unknown.

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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If 1 quart of water requires 2 tablets of iodine, how many tablets are needed for 3 quarts?

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6 tablets.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What is the ratio of 4 to 2 simplified?

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The simplified ratio is 2:1.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If a recipe calls for a ratio of 3:1 of flour to sugar, how much sugar is needed for 9 cups of flour?

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3 cups of sugar.

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What does it mean if two ratios are equivalent?

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It means that they represent the same relationship between quantities.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3A

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If the ratio of boys to girls in a class is 5:3, how many girls are there if there are 20 boys?

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12 girls.

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What is the missing value in the ratio 8:x = 4:2?

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x = 4.

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How do you write a ratio as a fraction?

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A ratio can be written as a fraction by placing the first quantity over the second quantity.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2