Comparing Numbers with Ratios

Ratio = A comparison of two or more numbers Order of values in a ratio = Matters in determining the relationship being compared Actual numbers of students = The specific values being compared in a situation 1.5 = The result of dividing 3 by 2 in a ratio

The ratio of males to females (2:3) = There are more females than males The ratio of 3 to 2 = The value is greater than 1, indicating more of the first quantity The ratio of 2 to 3 = The value is less than 1, indicating more of the second quantity The ratio of 1.5 to 1 = The value is greater than 1, indicating more of the first quantity

Misunderstandings = Instances where students use the term ratio incorrectly Revision of use of the term = Opportunities given to students to correct their understanding Student who divided 3 by 2 to get 1.5 = Someone who applied the wrong concept in a ratio Class discussion = A method to clarify the meaning of a ratio

Comparing Numbers with Ratios = A mathematical topic related to ratios More males are watching the game or more females are watching the game = A question to be answered using a ratio Facilitate a class discussion = An action taken by the teacher to address misunderstandings Share their presentations = An activity involving students to apply their understanding of ratios

Math, Grade 6 = The subject and grade level in which ratios are being taught Ms. Lee’s class = A scenario used to understand the concept of ratio 1.5 = A number resulting from a ratio calculation 2:3 = A ratio representing the comparison between males and females