Introduction to Financial Ratios - ROCE, Current Ratio & Gearing (A-Level Business Studies)

This lesson provides a structured introduction to three key financial ratios: Return on Capital Employed (ROCE), Current Ratio, and Gearing, tailored specifically for A-Level Business Studies.

This resource includes a lesson powerpoint, worksheet for the last activity and a ‘cheat sheet’ for ratios in a word document.*** Answers included.***

Designed to build foundational understanding, this resource offers clear explanations, practical exercises, and essential support materials to guide students in accurately calculating and analysing each ratio.

Features:

• Concise Explanations: Simplified notes for each ratio that clarify its purpose, calculation, and application, aimed at supporting thorough understanding.

• Targeted Activities: Individual exercises for each ratio, encouraging hands-on learning and application, with a comprehensive, end-of-lesson activity to consolidate knowledge.

• Scaffolding Resources: A help sheet is provided to support students in approaching the activities, along with full answer sets for each task to aid in self-assessment and understanding.

This resource is ideal for A-Level Business educators looking for a well-organised, accessible introduction to financial ratios, combining theoretical grounding with practical application.

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