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Unit Rates

Question 6 • *WHS Pre-Algebra - MA3119 A-CR

The ratio of girls to boys in a classroom is 3:5. Kevin says there must be 8 students in the classroom. Which explains whether Kevin is correct?

Answer
A
Kevin is correct because 3 girls + 5 boys = 8 students.
B
Kevin is correct because 5 girls + 3 boys = 8 students.
C
Kevin is incorrect because 3:5 may be a simplified ratio.
D
Kevin is incorrect because the ratio 3:5 does not compare different units.
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