In Joe's fish tank, there are 5 goldfish and 9 snails. How does the ratio 9:14 describe Joe's fish tank? The ratio 9:14 compares the number of goldfish to the total number of animals.

B.

The ratio 9:14 compares the number of goldfish to the number of snails.

C.

The ratio 9:14 compares the number of snails to the total number of animals.

D.

The ratio 9:14 compares the number of snails to the number of goldfish