Question

The ratio 1500:1200 in its lowest terms is

Answer 1

Explanation:

To put a ratio in its lowest terms, we need to divide both terms of the ratio by their greatest common divisor (GCD). The GCD of 1500 and 1200 is 300, which is the largest number that divides both numbers evenly.

Dividing both terms of the ratio by 300, we get:

1500 / 300 : 1200 / 300 = 5 : 4

So, the ratio 1500:1200 in its lowest terms is 5:4.