Ratio and proportion

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Why learn about ratio and proportion?

The ratio between two numbers is how many times one is bigger than the other.

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Ratio and proportion includes:

  • The meaning of proportion and ratio.
  • Identifying situations involving proportional amounts.
  • Solving proportion problems.
  • Identifying equivalent ratios.
  • Dividing amounts in a given ratio.
  • Linking ratio and fractions.

What do the levels mean?

Skillswise uses the levels of the National Qualifications Framework, which start at Entry 1, 2 and 3 and then go on to Level 1 and Level 2.

  • Entry 3 covers the basic concepts and is a good preparation for starting a Level 1 course.
  • Level 1 is roughly equivalent to a GCSE D-G grade in England, Northern Ireland and Wales, and a Foundation level at Standard Grade in Scotland. A useful qualification for many jobs.

 

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