Write the ratio 16:4 as an equivalent ratio of 4:x.

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Answer 1

4:1

To find the equivalent ratio of 16:4 in terms of 4:x, first divide 16 by 4 to determine the factor by which the ratio needs to be scaled down.

16 ÷ 4 = 4

Then, divide 4 by the factor to determine the value of x.

4 ÷ 4 = 1

Therefore, the equivalent ratio of 16:4 as 4:x is 4:1.