Simplify Ratios Explained (Level 1) - Slide Show

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Simplifying Ratios

Ratios are usually given in their simplest form.  To simplify a ratio you need to divide both sides by the same number (highest common factor) If we multiply or divide all numbers in a ratio by the same amount, the ratio is still in proportion and is the same ratio. 

Caption: : The ration 9:63 has been divided by 9 to simplify it to 1:7.

Now try these examples:

• Simplifying Ratios (a)

• Simplifying Ratios (b)