The n is option A) 5/3 to write the ratio 3:5 in the form of 1:n.
Explanation:
- The given form of original ratio is 3:5.
- It can be written in the form of 1:n.
Therefore, both the ratios are equal to each other.
That is, 3:5 is same as 1:n.
To find the value of n :
The ratio can be written in the form of fraction.
⇒ 3/5 = 1/n
Do cross multiplication and take n to left side of the equation to solve for n,
⇒ n = 1
5/3
⇒ n = 5/3
The ratio 3:5 can be written in the form of 1:n by choosing n as 5/3.