Ratio
What Ratio means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Eduqas, Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Ratio
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
An ordered comparison of quantities showing their relative sizes; multiplying all parts by the same non-zero factor gives an equivalent ratio.
A comparison of quantities expressed using their relative amounts in a stated order, such as A:B = 3:5.
A multiplicative comparison of quantities in a specified order, written using a colon, such as a:b.
An ordered comparison of quantities by division, written with a colon, for example 2:5.
A mathematical relationship comparing the size or amount of two or more quantities.
A mathematical statement showing the relative sizes of two or more values.
Topics that use Ratio
- Ratio, proportion and rates of change (Eduqas GCSE)
- Number - Fractions, decimals and percentages (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Ratio, proportion and rates of change (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Compound Measure
- constant of proportionality
- Equivalent ratios
- Multiplier
- Part-to-part fraction
- Part-to-whole fraction
- percentage
- percentage multipliers
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