Question

nd the ratio of circles to total shapes in the diagram below.
ratio of circles to total shapes (without simplifying):

Explanation:

Step1: Count the number of circles

There are \(3\) circles.

Step2: Count the number of triangles

There are \(12\) triangles.

Step3: Calculate the total number of shapes

Total shapes \(=3 + 12=15\)

Step4: Find the ratio of circles to total shapes

Ratio \(=\frac{\text{Number of circles}}{\text{Total number of shapes}}=\frac{3}{15}\)

Answer:

\(\frac{3}{15}\)