Question

a petting zoo has 5 lambs 11 rabbits 4 goats and 4 piglets. find the ratio of goats to the total number of animals. write the ratio in the simplest form then explain its meaning​

Answer 1

1:6 or 1/6

Explanation:

Because the question asks for the goats to the total number of animals, you have to write the ratio in the same order. So, there are 4 goats, and to find the total number of animals, you just add every number.

5+11+4+4=24

The result would be 4:24, and because you need the ratio in the simplest form, you just divide both sides by the same greatest number. Both 4 and 24 can be divided evenly by 4. So, when you simplify, the answer comes out as 1:6. (Ratios can also be written as fractions, just so you know!! For example, the ratio 1:6 can be written as 1/6; both answers would be correct.)

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