Question

Avery's yard has an area of 5/4 acres, and Logan's yard has an area of 3/2 acres. What is the ratio of the area of Avery's yard to the area of Logan's yard? plz explain and show work.

A.
`(4)/(5)` to 1
B.
`(5)/(6)` to 1
C.
`(2)/(3)` to 1
D.
`(8)/(5)` to 1

Answer 1

5/6 to 1

Explanation:

Hello

You have to divide (5/4)/(3/2) and to apply the ear´s law.

The result is = 5/6

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Answer 2

The correct answer is option B

Explanation:

Avery's yard area
`= (5)/(4) \\` acres

Logan's yard area
`= (3)/(2) \\` acres

Ratio of the area of Avery's yard to the area of Logan's yard

`(5/4)/(3/2) \\= ((5 * 2))/((4 * 3)) \\= (10)/(12)\\= (5)/(6)\\`