Application - Simplify Ratios
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Why is simplifying ratios important?
It makes comparing quantities easier.
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What happens when large numbers are simplified in a ratio?
They are reduced to smaller numbers while keeping the same relationship.
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Example: Ratio of 18 blue cars to 21 gray cars
Write 18:21
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Step 1 in simplifying 18:21
Find the GCF of 18 and 21.
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What is the GCF of 18 and 21?
3
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Step 2 in simplifying 18:21
Divide both parts by the GCF (18 ÷ 3 = 6, 21 ÷ 3 = 7).
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What is the simplified ratio of 18 blue cars to 21 gray cars?
6:7
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What should you always do when simplifying ratios?
Simplify completely.
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Why does dividing by the GCF help?
It gets you to simplest form in one step.
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