SOLUTION: How would I get a ratio of 1:7 from 4800

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Question 974311: How would I get a ratio of 1:7 from 4800
Answer by josgarithmetic(39618) About Me  (Show Source):
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The 1 piece and the 7 pieces are 8 pieces together. 4800 is a product of the whole number, 8.