Write a ratio to compare two quantities
Write the count the question names first, then a colon, then the second count. If the question asks about all of them, add the counts for the total.
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A pet shop has 3 cats and 5 dogs. Write the ratio of cats to dogs as a:b.
Answer: 3:5
A box holds 3 pencils and 4 pens. Write the ratio of pencils to pens as a:b.
Answer: 3:4
A fruit bowl has 5 apples and 4 oranges. Write the ratio of oranges to apples as a:b.
Answer: 4:5
Tip: Write the count the question names first, then a colon, then the second count. If the question asks about all of them, add the counts for the total.
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