954:318

To simplify the ratio 954:318, you should divide both numbers by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

First, find the GCD of 954 and 318.

The prime factorization of 954 is: 954 = 2 × 3 × 159 159 can be factored further to 3 × 53. So: 954 = 2 × 3² × 53

The prime factorization of 318 is: 318 = 2 × 3 × 53

The common factors are 2, 3, and 53.

Now, the GCD of 954 and 318 is: GCD = 2 × 3 × 53 = 318

Now, divide both numbers in the ratio by the GCD (318):

954 ÷ 318 = 3 318 ÷ 318 = 1

Thus, the simplified ratio of 954:318 is 3:1.