Question

Which ratio correctly compares 2 feet to 48 inches, when the lengths are written using the same units?

Note: 12 inches = 1 foot

24:1

1:2

1:24

2:1

Answer 1

The answer is 1:2
Hope this helps.

Answer 2

1:2

Explanation:

2 ft

48 in.

First, we need both lengths in the same units.

Let's change 2 ft to inches.

2 ft * (12 in.)/ft = 24 in.

Now we are comparing 24 in. to 48 in.

24 : 48

Divide both numbers in the ratio by 24 to get

1 : 2

Answer: 1:2