Question

The length of a pen is measured using paper clips and staplers.
The ratio of number of paper clips to the number of staplers used to measure the length of the pen is:

• A. 3:2
• B. 6:3
• C. 3:1
• D. 2:1

Answer 1

The correct option is C 3:1

Length of the pen when measured using paper clips is equal to 6 paper clips.
Length of the pen when measured using stapler is equal to 2 staplers.
Therefore, the ratio is 6:2 or 3:1.