Question

ratio of squares to total shapes (without simplifying):
12 : 28
answer attempt 1 out of 6
for every 3 squares there are total shapes, therefore the simplified ratio of squares
total shapes is : .

Explanation:

Step1: Find the common factor

The original ratio is \(12:28\). The greatest common factor of \(12\) and \(28\) is \(4\).

Step2: Divide both terms by the common factor

Divide \(12\) by \(4\): \(12\div4 = 3\).
Divide \(28\) by \(4\): \(28\div4=7\).

Answer:

For every \(3\) squares there are \(7\) total shapes, therefore the simplified ratio of squares to total shapes is \(3:7\).