Question

Is the ratio 15 : 12 equivalent to 5 : 3 and 10 : 6? Explain.

Answer 1

Yes it is

Explanation:

When we simplify 15:12, we receive 5:3

Therefore, 5:3 is equvilaent to 15:12

Using this unit ratio, we can solve for other rations

For example, 5:3, the unit ratio, times 2 is 10:6

5 * 2 = 10

3*2 = 6

10, 6 = 10:6

Answer 2

No and here’s why the main ratio is 15:12 it won’t be equivalent because 5:3 multiplied by 3 = 15:9 and 10:6 multiplied by 1.5= 15:9