Question

How to find ratio?

Answer 1

To find a ratio, you simply compare two or more quantities. A ratio shows how much of one thing there is compared to another. It’s usually written in the form of A:B or A to B.

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:

1. Identify the quantities you want to compare.  
   

   For example, if you have 4 apples and 6 oranges, these are the two quantities you’re comparing.

1. Write the quantities in the ratio format.  
   

   The ratio of apples to oranges would be written as 4:6.

1. Simplify the ratio, if possible.  
   

   If both numbers can be divided by the same number, divide them. In this case, both 4 and 6 can be divided by 2.

   - 4 ÷ 2 = 2
   - 6 ÷ 2 = 3

   So, the simplified ratio is 2:3.

Example:

1. If there are 8 red balls and 12 blue balls, the ratio of red balls to blue balls is 8:12.
   

1. Divide both numbers by 4 (their greatest common divisor):
   

  - 8 ÷ 4 = 2
  - 12 ÷ 4 = 3

1. The ratio is simplified to 2:3.
   

Key Tips:

1. Ratios can be simplified just like fractions.
   

1. You can also write ratios as fractions (e.g., 2/3), percentages, or use a colon (e.g., 2:3).
   

1. Make sure you’re comparing the same types of quantities. For example, you wouldn't compare apples to oranges in a ratio unless you’re talking about a similar quantity (like apples to oranges of the same weight).
   

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