KS2 Primary Maths Age 9-13 - Ratio, Proportion and Algebra: Similar Shapes - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to find the ratio of sides A to B in two similar right-angle triangles. The teacher discusses why measuring the sides is not accurate and instead demonstrates counting squares as a method to determine the ratio. The ratio of A to B is found to be 1 to 4, with alternative answers of 2 to 8 also accepted. The method is highlighted as the easiest and most accurate approach, and the problem is identified as question 22 worth one mark.

What alternative answers were accepted by the teacher regarding the ratio?

What does the teacher consider to be the easiest and most accurate way to determine the ratio?