Question

Justin and Desiree each wrote a ratio comparing the numbers of students and tables in their classroom. There are 6 tables in the room with 4 students at each table.

Justin states that the ratio is 4:1 Desiree insists the ratio is 24:6.
They both ask Luke to tell them which ratio is correct. Which statement below would be the best answer for Luke?

Answer 1

Answer: B, Desiree is correct because there are 24 students to 6 tables in the room. A ratio must account for the total number of each value.

Answer 2

24;6

Explanation: