To determine the number of parts in the ratio [tex]\(3:5\)[/tex], we follow these steps:
1. Understand the ratios: In a given ratio [tex]\(a:b\)[/tex], [tex]\(a\)[/tex] and [tex]\(b\)[/tex] represent parts of the whole. So, in the ratio [tex]\(3:5\)[/tex], 3 and 5 are individual parts that make up the whole.
2. Sum the parts of the ratio: To find the total number of parts in the ratio, add the numbers in the ratio together. For the ratio [tex]\(3:5\)[/tex], you add the two parts:
[tex]\[
3 + 5
\][/tex]
3. Calculate the sum: Perform the addition:
[tex]\[
3 + 5 = 8
\][/tex]
Thus, the ratio [tex]\(3:5\)[/tex] consists of 8 parts in total.
