Question

Find the ratio of 1 m and 2 m 25 cm.

• A. 4: 9
• B. 9: 4
• C. 1: 5
• D. 2: 5

Answer 1

The correct option is A

4: 9

Change the quantities to the same unit.

We know, 1 m = 100 cm

2 m 25 cm = 225 cm

Thus, 1 m: 2m 25 cm = 100 cm: 225 cm = $\frac{100}{225}$ = $\frac{4}{9}$ = 4: 9