Question

there are 4 squares and 16 triangles. what is the simplest ratio of squares to triangles? answer attempt 1 out of 2 submit answer

Explanation:

Step1: Write the ratio

The ratio of squares to triangles is \(4:16\).

Step2: Simplify the ratio

Divide both numbers by their greatest common divisor. The GCD of \(4\) and \(16\) is \(4\).
\(\frac{4\div4}{16\div4}=\frac{1}{4}\)

Answer:

\(1:4\)