Question

What is the ratio 55/132 written in word form and in lowest terms?

A.
5 to 16

B.
5 to 12

C.
11 to 15

D.
11 to 13

Answer 1

55 = 11 * 5 and 132 = 11 * 12. The numerator and the denominator of the fraction are both divisible by 11. Therefore we will divide both by 11: 55/132 : 11/11 = 5/12 ( or 5 to 12 ). Answer: B ) 5 to 12.Hope this helps. Let me know if you need additional help!I hope that I could help :) sometines those questions are tricky. Let me know if you need additional help