Red marbles2/50blue marbles3/25 what fraction of marbles are red or blue...and how do I figure this out

What is the ratio of the change in y-values to the change in x-values for this function? a) 1: 13 b) 2: 5 c) 5: 2 d) 13: 1

41/17 as a decimal rounded to the nearest hundredth

Ascientist wants to use a model to present the results of his detailed scientific investigation. why would a model be useful? a )because the model makes the concepts easier to understand b) because the model is easy to put together and to use c) because the model prevents other scientists from asking questions d) because the model requires the audience to pay full attention to it i don't know what to choose because between a and d a is much more likely than d because it only wants to get the attention of the audience. i'm confuse.