Write the ratio as a fraction in simplest form.
5 inches to 10 inches
A) $\frac { 4 } { 2 }$
B) $\frac { 1 } { 2 }$
C) $2$
D) $\frac { 2 } { 5 }$
E) $\frac { 5 } { 2 }$

Question

Write the ratio as a fraction in simplest form.
5 inches to 10 inches
A) $\frac { 4 } { 2 }$
B) $\frac { 1 } { 2 }$
C) $2$
D) $\frac { 2 } { 5 }$
E) $\frac { 5 } { 2 }$

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To find the ratio as a fraction, we divide both quantities by their greatest common factor. The greatest common factor of 5 and 10 is 5. When we divide 5 by 5, we get 1. When we divide 10 by 5, we get 2. Therefore, the ratio of 5 inches to 10 inches can be simplified to $\frac{1}{2}$. Choice B is the only option that represents this simplified fraction.

Write the Ratio as a Fraction in Simplest Form 42\frac { 4 } { 2 }24​

Write the Ratio as a Fraction in Simplest Form $\frac { 4 } { 2 }$