Which of the following is the lowest ratio?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 3 : 22.
Ratios = 3 : 22; 23 : 29; 17 : 5; 5 : 19
Simplify the fractions -
3 : 22 = 3/22 = 0.136
23 : 29 = 23/29 = 0.793
17 : 5 = 17/5 = 3.4
5 : 19 = 5/19 = 0.263
Thus, the lowest ratio is 3 : 22.