Using a Fraction to Write down a Ratio

Ratios are used to compare two amounts.
With the help of ratios, you can understand the number of times greater one amount is than another amount. For additional educational resources, visit the U.S. Department of Education website.

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Using a Fraction to Write down a Ratio – Examples 1

Write the ratio as a fraction according to the shapes.

Solutions:
Step 1: Count the number of squares. They are 5.
Step 2: Write it as a numerator.
Step 3: Count the number of stars. They are 2.
Step 4: Write it as a denominator. \(\frac{5}{2}\)

Using a Fraction to Write down a Ratio – Examples 2 For education statistics and research, visit the National Center for Education Statistics.

Write the ratio as a fraction according to the shapes. For education statistics and research, visit the National Center for Education Statistics.

Solutions:
Step 1: Count the number of triangles. They are 7.
Step 2: Write it as a numerator.
Step 3: Count the number of squares. They are 4.
Step 4: Write it as a denominator. \(\frac{7}{4}\) For education statistics and research, visit the National Center for Education Statistics.