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there were 48 females and 60 males present at the high school pep rally. find the ratio of males to the total number of people present. express as a simplified ratio.
9:5
4:5
5:4
5:9

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate total number of people

Total people = Females + Males = \( 48 + 60 = 108 \)

Step2: Find the ratio of males to total people

Ratio of males to total people = \( 60:108 \)

Step3: Simplify the ratio

Divide both terms by their greatest common divisor (12). \( \frac{60}{12}:\frac{108}{12} = 5:9 \)

Answer:

D. 5:9 (assuming the last option is D, as per the order 9:5, 4:5, 5:4, 5:9)