alleryWith 2 oranges and 3 apples, the oranges are what fraction of the number of apples?
A2/5
B2/3
C3/2
D3/5
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 2/3
1. The ratio of oranges to apples is 2:3.
2. A two-term ratio can be read as a fraction, so oranges are 2/3 as many as apples.
3. 3/2 reverses the comparison and 2/5 or 3/5 compare with the total.
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