Mathematics 2016 Standards of Learning - Grade 6 ...

Fractions may be used when determining equivalent ratios. Example: The ratio of girls to boys in a class is 3:4, this can be interpreted as: number of girls = 3 4 ∙ number of boys.In a class with 16 boys, number of girls = 3 4 ∙ (16) = 12 girls. ................
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