alleryA bowl holds 8 oranges and 6 lemons. What is the ratio of oranges to lemons in simplest form?
A4:3
B3:4
C8:14
D4:7
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 4:3
1. Write the ratio of oranges to lemons as 8:6.
2. Divide both terms by their common factor 2 to get 4:3.
3. 3:4 reverses the order, and 8:14 and 4:7 compare oranges with the total fruit.
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