Simplifying ratios Flashcards

(10 cards)

1
Q

What is a ratio?

A

A ratio is a relationship between two numbers indicating how many times the first number contains the second.

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2
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True or False: Ratios can only be expressed in whole numbers.

A

False

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3
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Simplify the ratio 8:12.

A

2:3

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4
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Fill in the blank: The ratio of 15 to 5 can be simplified to ___.

A

3:1

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5
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What is the first step in simplifying the ratio 24:36?

A

Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the two numbers.

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6
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Which of the following ratios is equivalent to 4:6? A) 2:3 B) 3:4 C) 1:2

A

A) 2:3

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7
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True or False: To simplify a ratio, both parts must be divided by the same number.

A

True

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8
Q

What is the simplified form of the ratio 100:250?

A

2:5

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9
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When simplifying ratios, what is the significance of the greatest common factor?

A

It is used to divide both parts of the ratio to achieve the simplest form.

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10
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If the ratio of boys to girls in a class is 10:15, what is the simplest form?

A

2:3

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