The compression ratio isn’t just a number: it’s one of the greatest determining factors in engine building. Compression ratio determines the type of fuel, how much boost, and has a significant ...

The higher the number in the ratio, which represents water, the gentler (or weaker) the resulting brew. So, if you take your coffee black, you may consider a slightly different ratio, like 17 or 18 to ...

Before approving you for new credit, lenders will likely first look at your credit report, your credit score and something called your debt-to-income ratio — commonly referred to as DTI. While all ...

Engine capacity, transmission speed, and drivetrain options are important factors when shopping for a pickup truck. But there is one area that shouldn’t be overlooked, and that’s choosing the right ...

“Do you see the pattern? Each number in the series after the first two numbers is the sum of the preceding two numbers.” That’s how I began my last column focusing on the Fibonacci sequence, which ...

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‘I love the act of mixing a cocktail in a decorative beaker with a long bar spoon,” Michael Ruhlman writes in his latest brief book. “As one bartender told me, part of the pleasure of a cocktail is ...

A Beginner's Guide to Stock Analysis With the Key Financial Ratios Peter Gratton, Ph.D., is a New Orleans-based editor and professor with over 20 years of experience in investing, risk management, and ...