Which of the following ratio is smallest?

Correct option is C

Given:

We are asked to find the smallest ratio among:

A. 17 : 40
B. 26 : 53
C. 15 : 60
D. 11 : 34

Solution:

Convert each ratio to a fraction:

A: $$\frac{17}{40} = 0.425$$​​

B: $$\frac{26}{53} \approx 0.4906$$​

C: $$\frac{15}{60}$$​= 0.25

D: $$\frac{11}{34} \approx 0.3235$$​

Compare the decimal values:

0.425, 0.4906, 0.25, 0.3235

The smallest value is 0.25, which corresponds to C: 15:60.