What is the ratio of vowels to consonants in the word QUANTITATIVE?
- 1 to 1 (correct answer)
- 1 to 2
- 5 to 7
- 6 to 12
Explanation: First, count the vowels and consonants in QUANTITATIVE. The word has 12 letters total. Vowels (A, E, I, O, U) are: U, A, I, A, I, E (6 vowels). Consonants are: Q, N, T, T, T, V (6 consonants). The ratio of vowels to consonants is 6 to 6. To simplify, divide both numbers by their greatest common factor, 6. 6 ÷ 6 = 1. The simplified ratio is 1 to 1.