ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Gas/oil ratio

Gas/oil ratio is the amount of oil we mix with gas. Like when you have a recipe and you need to add water or milk or other ingredients to make the recipe just right.

In a similar way, when we use machines that run on gas like cars, boats, or lawnmowers, we need to mix some oil with the gas in the right amount.

This is important because the oil helps the engine to work smoothly and without any problems. If we don't add enough oil, the engine may get damaged and not work properly.

So we need to make sure we add the right amount of oil to the gas depending on the machine we are using. Some machines may require more oil and some may require less.

To figure out how much oil to add, we can use a measuring cup or follow the instructions on the machine's manual. This way, we can be sure that our machine will run smoothly and reliably.