Match ratio language like 'for every' to a ratio

1. There are 2 red beads for every 5 white beads. Write the ratio of red beads to white beads as a:b.

   Answer: 2:5

2. For every 4 apples, there are 5 pears. Write the ratio of apples to pears as a:b.

   Answer: 4:5

3. There are 4 red beads for every 3 white beads. Write the ratio of white beads to red beads as a:b.

   Answer: 3:4

Tip: Turn 'for every' wording into a ratio, or use a ratio to find the missing count. Keep each name in the order the question asks for.