A house with an original value of $160,000 increased in value to $220,000 in 5 years. What is the ratio of the increase in value to the original value of the house?

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A house with an original value of $160,000 increased in value to $220,000 in 5 years. What is the ratio of the increase in value to the original value of the house? 

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