Question

question 8 (2.5 points)
write the comparison as a ratio in simplest form using a fraction: 32 ounces to 16 ounces.
\\(\frac{1}{2}\\)
\\(\frac{16}{32}\\)
\\(\frac{2}{1}\\)
\\(\frac{32}{16}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Write the ratio as a fraction

The ratio of 32 ounces to 16 ounces can be written as the fraction $\frac{32}{16}$.

Step2: Simplify the fraction

To simplify $\frac{32}{16}$, we divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 16. So, $\frac{32\div16}{16\div16} = \frac{2}{1}$.

Answer:

$\frac{2}{1}$ (Corresponding to the option: $\boldsymbol{\frac{2}{1}}$)