Question

1. select the correct answer.

choose the fractional notation for the ratio problem below. simplify the fractional notation if possible.
mikayla drew 20 triangles and 25 circles on a piece of paper. what is the ratio of triangles to circles?
20:25
\frac{5}{4}
20 to 25
\frac{20 \div 5}{25 \div 5}=\frac{4}{5}

Explanation:

Step1: Write the ratio as a fraction

The ratio of triangles to circles is \(\frac{20}{25}\).

Step2: Simplify the fraction

Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of 20 and 25. The GCD of 20 and 25 is 5.
Divide both the numerator and denominator by 5: \(\frac{20\div5}{25\div5}=\frac{4}{5}\).

Answer:

\(\frac{20\div5}{25\div5}=\frac{4}{5}\) (the last option)