Why is a ratio not affected by the system of measurement?
A) They are always converted to the same unit.
B) The units cancel out in the calculation.
C) They are used only for identical units.
D) They are used only for the same context.

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Ratios compare two quantities of the same unit, so when calculating a ratio, the units cancel out, making the ratio independent of the system of measurement used.

Why Is a Ratio Not Affected by the System of Measurement