Visual aids can sometimes make things harder when it comes to understanding ratios. Instead of helping, they can confuse students.

Here are a couple of reasons why this might happen:

• Students might get confused about what the visual elements really mean.
• They can feel overwhelmed by too much information.

But there are ways to make it easier:

• Use clearer and simpler pictures or diagrams.
• Offer step-by-step instructions to go along with the visuals.

These ideas can really help students understand better. But it's important to make sure the visuals don’t lead to more confusion.