Each term in a geometric sequence is found by multiplying or dividing the previous term by the same amount, this is called the common ratio. To find the common ratio, start by calculating the ...

The number multiplied (or divided) at each stage of a geometric sequence is called the common ratio. Examples of geometric sequences are the frequencies of musical notes and interest paid by a bank.

A gearing ratio measures a company's level of debt. Here are some guidelines for a good, bad, or normal gearing ratio.