The equivalent ratio of the ratio 8 : 28 will be 1 : 3.5.
How to express the ratio as an equivalent ratio 1 : n
From the question, we have the following parameters that can be used in our computation:
8 : 28
Also, we have
The equivalent form of the ratio = 1 : n
Since the ratio 8 : 28 and 1 : n are equivalent.
We have the following
8 : 28 = 1 : n
Express as fractions
8 / 28 = 1 / n
This gives
n = 28 / 8
Evaluate
n = 3.5
Hence, The equivalent ratio of the ratio 8 : 28 will be 1 : 3.5.
Question
Rewrite the ratio 8:28 as a equivalent ratio of the form 1:n. Give any decimals in your answer to 1d.p