Okay so the circle on the line plot, if it is empty In the middle it is > or < if it is solid it is ≤ ≥. In this case it not solid so it will be > or < . The plot is at -1 1/2 and is going positive. So it would be a > -1 1/2

Write three ratios equal to 

This ratio can be represented as 
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Equivalent/Equal ratios<em> - Definition of Equivalent Ratio A ratio can be represented as a fraction. The concept of an equivalent ratio is similar to the concept of equivalent fractions. A ratio that we get either by multiplying or dividing by the same number, other than zero, to the antecedent and the consequent of a ratio is called an equivalent ratio.</em>
Where is the picture? If you could add your picture I’d be glad to help you!! :)
For both of the contests, the variable is the number of competitors which we can set as x.
Consequently, the equation should be 5.50x+34.60=4.25x+64.60
5.50x=4.25x+30
1.25x=30
x=24
The fee of the contests is the same when there are 24 competitors