Question

The ratio of fish to birds at a pet store is 8 to 3. Which combination of fish and birds could the pet store have?

A.
32 fish and 12 birds
B.
28 fish and 8 birds
C.
32 fish and 8 birds
D.
28 fish and 12 birds

Answer 1

Answer: A. 32 fish and 12 birds

Explanation:

Since their greatest common factor is
`4`,
`32/ 4= 8` and
`12/ 4 =3`. This satisfies the ration
`8:3`.