How To Solve Ratio Problems?

Ratio problems are one of the most important parts of every bank and other competitive exams in the quantitative aptitude section. So candidates can make use of this post to know a detailed explanation about how to solve ratio problems.

Step 1: Formula of Ratio

If we have two quantities or two numbers and we have to find the ratio of these two, then the formula of ratio can be described as:

a: b ⇒ a/b

Step 2: If you have been given the whole amount you can follow these steps to answer the question:

Add all the parts of the ratio to find the total number of shares

Step 3: Divide the total amount by the total number of shares

Next, divide the total amount by the total number of shares which is found according to the previous step.

Step 4: Multiply by the number of shares required

Then, Multiply by the number of shares required to find the answer.

Step 5: If you have been given a part of the whole you can follow these steps:

• Identify which part you have been given and how many shares it is worth
• Use equivalent ratios to find the other parts
• Use the values you have to answer your problem

Step 6: To find the Mean proportion 

The mean proportion between x and y is given as √xz

Step 7: Practice more ratio problems

Practicing more ratio problems regularly on a daily basis will help you to master this ratio topic of the aptitude section. 

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