Question

Which ratio is equivalent to 5/9

A. 2/3

B. 4/5

C. 9/18

D. 15/27

Answer 1

D

Explanation:

Note a fraction is in simplest form when no factor other than 1 will divide into the numerator/ denominator

A

`(2)/(3)` is in simplest form and ≠
`(5)/(9)`

B

`(4)/(5)` is in simplest form and ≠
`(5)/(9)`

C

`(9)/(18)` can be simplified by dividing numerator/denominator by 9

`(9)/(18)` =
`(1)/(2)` in simplest form and ≠
`(5)/(9)`

D

`(15)/(27)` can be simplified by dividing numerator/denominator by 3

`(15)/(27)` =
`(5)/(9)` → D is the equivalent fraction

Answer 2

The answer is D

Explanation:

3 x 5 = 15, 3 x 9 = 27. Therefore, 15/27 is equivalent to 5/9