Q. Are these ratios equivalent?9 large trucks to 2 small trucks18 large trucks to 4 small trucksChoices:(A)yes(B)no
Identify Ratios: Step 1: Identify the ratios given in the problem.First ratio: 9 large trucks to 2 small trucks.Second ratio: 18 large trucks to 4 small trucks.
Simplify Second Ratio: Step 2: Simplify the second ratio to see if it matches the first ratio.Simplify 18:4 by dividing both numbers by their greatest common divisor, which is 2.18÷2=9, 4÷2=2.So, the simplified ratio is 9:2.
Compare Ratios: Step 3: Compare the simplified second ratio to the first ratio.Both ratios are 9:2.
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