5 of 30 pens is what ratio?

2 Answers
Apr 4, 2018

5/30 or 1/6

Explanation:

a ratio is basically a fraction 5 out of 30 translates into

5/30

5/30 can be factored into an equal fraction with smaller digits.

5/30 = ( 5 xx 1)/(5 xx 6) The fives divide out. This leaves

1/6

Apr 4, 2018

5 of 30 pens is the ratio 1:6.

Explanation:

5 of 30 = 5/30 = 5:30 = 1/6