What ratio is equivalent to 9/78?

A.) 1/8
B.) 3/18
C.) 1/3
D.) 3/26

1 answer

To find an equivalent ratio, we can simplify the given ratio 9/78.

To simplify a fraction, we find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the numerator and denominator and divide them both by it.

The GCD of 9 and 78 is 3, so we can divide both 9 and 78 by 3:

9 ÷ 3 = 3
78 ÷ 3 = 26

Therefore, the simplified equivalent ratio to 9/78 is 3/26.

The correct answer is (D) 3/26.