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Can you simplify a ratio of 8 to 6

User AndiCover
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Answer:

4:3

Explanation:

divide 8 by 2 and 6 by 2

8/2:6/2

4:3

User Saalaa
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Hi there!

Answer:

4:3

Explanation:

Here is how we simplify a ratio:

1.Find the greatest common factor in both of the numbers

2.Divide both of the numbers by that factor.

3. And than your done solving the problem!

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You have to divide both numbers by 2 because the GCF of 8 and 6 is 2

Remember; GCF means Greatest Common Factor...

8/2=4

6/2=3

Since we got 4 and 3...

The answer would be 4:3

So, 8:6 would equal to 4:3

Also if you want to simplify you have to divide and make it the smallest number you can!

If we simplify 8:6 it will be 4:3 but we can’t simplify 4:3 so that will be the answer.

(Note; Half of 8 is 4 and half of 6 is 3 so we know that’s correct, it’s also a way you can check your work)

~Have a great day!~

If you have any questions, feel free to ask! :)

User Giuseppe Mosca
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