Ratios, Rates, and Unit Conversion

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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 factor (GCF).

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What is a unit rate?

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A unit rate is a ratio that compares a quantity to one unit of another quantity, often expressed as 'per' something (e.g., km/h).

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How do you find the unit price of an item?

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To find the unit price, divide the total cost by the number of units.

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What is the formula for converting feet to inches?

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Multiply the number of feet by 12 to get the equivalent number of inches.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator are reduced to their smallest whole numbers.

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How do you express a ratio as a fraction?

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A ratio can be expressed as a fraction by placing the first quantity as the numerator and the second quantity as the denominator.

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What is the relationship between ratios and proportions?

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Ratios compare two quantities, while proportions state that two ratios are equal.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

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What is the process for converting kilometers to miles?

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To convert kilometers to miles, multiply the number of kilometers by 0.621371.