Simplifying Ratios

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Write the ratio as a fraction in simplest form: 15 girls to 6 boys

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5/2

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Express the following ratio in simplest form: 20:45

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4:9

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Simplify the ratio: 12:16

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3/4

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Express the given ratio in simplest form: 6 to 10

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3 to 5

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Express the following ratio in simplest form: 12:36

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1:3

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division.

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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 greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The GCD is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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If the ratio of cats to dogs is 8:4, what is the simplified form?

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2:1

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What does it mean to express a ratio in simplest form?

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It means to reduce the ratio to its lowest terms.