Comparing Quantities(Ratio)
Important Points
1. In the ratio x:y (called as x is to y), x is called the first term or antecedent. y is called the second term or consequent.
2. While comparing two quantities, the units must be the same.
3. A ratio remains unchanged if both its terms are multiplied or divided by same non-zero number.
4. The ratio (p:q) is said to be in simplest form when HCF of p and q is 1.
Q1: Find the ratio of:
(a) ₹ 5 to 50 paise
(b) 15 kg to 210 g
(c) 9 m to 27 cm
(d) 30 days to 36 hours
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Ratio of Circumference: Diameter = π image credits: openclipart |
Important Points
1. In the ratio x:y (called as x is to y), x is called the first term or antecedent. y is called the second term or consequent.
2. While comparing two quantities, the units must be the same.
3. A ratio remains unchanged if both its terms are multiplied or divided by same non-zero number.

4. The ratio (p:q) is said to be in simplest form when HCF of p and q is 1.
NCERT Exercise 8.1
Q1: Find the ratio of:
(a) ₹ 5 to 50 paise
(b) 15 kg to 210 g
(c) 9 m to 27 cm
(d) 30 days to 36 hours