Question

Select the correct answer.

Which two ratios are NOT equal?
A.
1 : 6 and 3 : 18
B.
2 : 14 and 3 : 42
C.
12 : 6 and 2 : 1
D.
3 : 11 and 6 : 22
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Answer 1

Answer: B

Explanation:

This is because 2/14 has a scale factor of 1/7, while 3/42 has a scale factor of 1/14. (When reduced.) Hopefully this makes sense- feel free to ask any questions.

Answer 2

B

Explanation:

think of the ratios as equivalent fractions. 2 over 14 is NOT equal to 3 over 42.