Geometry - 7.1 Ratios and Proportions Flashcardizz

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities by division, often expressed as 'a:b' or 'a/b'.

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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 a proportion?

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

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How do you solve a proportion?

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What is the cross product in a proportion?

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If a baseball team won 5 games for every 2 they lost, what is the total number of games if they played 154 games?

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They won 110 games and lost 44 games.

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How do you find the total number of parts in a ratio?

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Add the parts of the ratio together. For 5:2, total parts = 5 + 2 = 7.

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What is the formula to find the number of wins in a ratio?

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How do you express a ratio in simplest form?

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Divide both terms of the ratio by their GCD.

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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 term is the numerator and the second term is the denominator.