This introduction covers What Is a Ratio? within Ratio Problems for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Ratio Problems in Ratio & Proportion for GCSE Mathematics with 14 exam-style questions and 3 flashcards. This topic shows up very often in GCSE exams, so students should be able to explain it clearly, not just recognise the term. It is section 1 of 7 in this topic. Use this introduction to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 1 of 7
Practice
14 questions
Recall
3 flashcards
What Is a Ratio?
A ratio compares two or more quantities. If you mix 2 parts orange juice with 1 part water, the ratio is 2:1. It's like a recipe - it tells you the relative amounts, not the actual amounts. 2:1 means the same as 4:2 or 200:100!
