Ratio Word Problems 6th grade

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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:b'.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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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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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What does it mean to solve a ratio word problem?

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Solving a ratio word problem involves finding the quantities that correspond to a given ratio based on the information provided.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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If the ratio of apples to oranges is 3:2, how many oranges are there if there are 12 apples?

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There are 8 oranges. (12 apples / 3 = 4; 4 * 2 = 8 oranges)

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What is the first step in solving a ratio word problem?

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Identify the quantities involved and the ratio that relates them.

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If a recipe calls for a ratio of 2:3 for sugar to flour, how much flour is needed for 4 cups of sugar?

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6 cups of flour are needed. (4 cups sugar / 2 = 2; 2 * 3 = 6 cups flour)

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What is a part-to-part ratio?

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A part-to-part ratio compares different parts of a whole, such as the ratio of boys to girls in a class.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is a part-to-whole ratio?

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A part-to-whole ratio compares a part to the entire whole, such as the ratio of boys to the total number of students.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If the ratio of cats to dogs is 4:5, how many dogs are there if there are 20 cats?

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There are 25 dogs. (20 cats / 4 = 5; 5 * 5 = 25 dogs)

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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.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2