Question

find the ratio of circles to total shapes in the diagram below.
ratio of circles to total shapes (without simplifying):
4:12
answer attempt 1 out of 2
for every 1 circle there are total shapes, therefore the simplified ratio of circles to total
shapes is :

Explanation:

Step1: Simplify the ratio

We have the ratio \(4:12\). To simplify, divide both numbers by their greatest common divisor. The greatest common divisor of \(4\) and \(12\) is \(4\).
\(4\div4 = 1\) and \(12\div4=3\)

Answer:

For every \(1\) circle there are \(3\) total shapes, therefore the simplified ratio of circles to total shapes is \(1:3\).