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    Mathematics
    Grade6
    Easy

    Question

    In the ratios 2:3 and 1:4, determine the greater ratio

    1. 2:3
    2. 1:8
    3. 1:4
    4. 3:2

    hintHint:

    For comparing two ratios, make the second term or denominators of both ratios equal by finding out their lowest common multiple, then compare the numerators of both ratio.

    The correct answer is: 2:3

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