Question

1. the ratio of boys to girls in mrs. kee’s class is \\(\frac{12}{18}\\). which ratio of boys to girls is equivalent? 6.4c (t - table) a. 3 : 4 b. 4 : 9 c. 4 : 6 d. 2 : 4

Explanation:

Step1: Simplify the given ratio

Find GCD of 12 and 18, divide both by it.
$\frac{12 \div 6}{18 \div 6} = \frac{4}{6}$

Step2: Match to option form

Convert fraction to colon ratio: $4:6$

Step3: Verify other options

Check that A ($3:4=\frac{3}{4}$), B ($4:9=\frac{4}{9}$), D ($2:4=\frac{1}{2}$) do not equal $\frac{12}{18}$.

Answer:

C. 4 : 6