On field trips, there must be 2 chaperones for every 15 students. Which ratio correctly expresses the ratio of students to chaperones?

The ratio is asked for in the order students to chaperones. There are 15 students for every 2 chaperones, so the ratio is 15:2. Choice D is correct; 2:15 reverses the order.

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