Fractions consist of sets of numbers in which the top number (numerator) illustrates a part that is related to the whole unit, which is represented by the bottom number (denominator). A ratio is very similar to a fraction, in that it is composed of two numbers being compared to each other as well. You can write ratios are in fractional form, but they are traditionally expressed as a set of numbers divided by a colon symbol.
Instructions
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Write the numerator of the fraction.
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Write a colon (":").
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Write the denominator of the fraction.
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Rewrite the numerator, colon and denominator in simplified terms if necessary. For example, if you have the fraction 5/10, you can convert this to the ratio of 5:10. You can then divide both numbers by 5 to get a simplified ratio of 1:2. The ratio can also be written as "1 to 2."