Mathematics GCSE
Comparing quantities of the same kind
What Comparing quantities of the same kind means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Comparing quantities of the same kind
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Reference: AQA
The denominator must be the quantity being compared with, so read the wording carefully to decide which quantity goes on the bottom.
Topics that use Comparing quantities of the same kind
- Ratio, proportion and rates of change (AQA GCSE)
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