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Ratio

Compare two quantities

Updated July 2026

FAQs

What is Ratio?

Ratio (ratio) is a arithmetic relationship written as Compare two quantities or a : b = a/b. Students use it to solve unknowns when enough values are known.

How do you calculate Ratio step by step?

Write Compare two quantities, substitute the known numbers carefully, then simplify. Worked walkthrough: 12 : 8 = 3 : 2.

When is Ratio taught in school?

Ratio usually appears in arithmetic units during middle or secondary school. Match difficulty with MathDigits grade worksheets so practice fits the curriculum year.

What is a real example of Ratio?

On this page the worked result is 3 : 2. Generate a formula worksheet below for more unique practice sets.