Ratio
The result of dividing one number or expression by another. Sometimes
a ratio is written as a proportion, such as 3:2 (three to two).
More often, though, ratios are simplified according to the standard
rules for simplifying fractions or rational
expressions.
Note: The word "rational" indicates that a ratio (in
the second sense) is involved. The word rate also indicates a
ratio is involved, as in instantaneous
rate of change or average
rate of change.
See
also
Common ratio, rational
numbers, ratio indentities, ratio
test, rational
equation,
rational exponents, rational
expression, rational function, rational
root theorem, rationalizing
substitution, rationalizing
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