use the given tables to compare the ratios 16 : 18 and 5 : 6. which ratio is greater?
A The two ratios are equal
B 16 : 18 is greater
C More rows need to be added to the tables to be able to compare the ratios
D 5 : 6 is greater.
In order to compare the ratios 16 : 18 and 5 : 6, we need to determine if they are equivalent or if one is greater than the other.
By simplifying both ratios, we get:
16 : 18 = 8 : 9
5 : 6 = 5 : 6
Comparing these simplified ratios, we can see that they are not equal.
The simplified ratio 8 : 9 is greater than the simplified ratio 5 : 6.
Therefore, the ratio 16 : 18 is greater than the ratio 5 : 6.
The correct answer is B) 16 : 18 is greater.