Posted by Soroban on October 02, 2002 at 02:18:05:
In Reply to: Simplify Ratios posted by jimmy on October 02, 2002 at 01:08:59:
: I am having a problem with these simple ratios, they just dont make sense to me.
: I know 1/4:1/3 = 3:4
Rule: Get a common denominator, then "compare" numerators.
So, 1/4:1/3 = 3/12:4/12 -> 3:4
: Can someone explain how to find the most simple ratio out of the following:
: 1 1/2:1 3/4 = ???
Same routine, Jimmy.
First, change the "mixed numbers" into fractions.
3/2:7/4 = 6/4:7/4 -> 6:7