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What does RATIO mean in K-Pop?

Term

RATIO

Trading Ratio

Full Form

Trading Ratio

Definition

Trading ratio — the exchange rate when swapping photocards, e.g. "1:2" means one rare card for two common cards. Helps set fair trade expectations.

Context / Example

“Fair ratio for this PC is 1:2 — it's a fansign exclusive.”

Tags

Trading

About this term

RATIO means trading ratio — the exchange rate when swapping photocards, e.g. "1:2" is one rare card for two common ones.

It helps set fair trade expectations in LTT posts. Ratios shift with demand, era, and member popularity.

Frequently asked questions

Who decides the ratio?

Traders negotiate — community norms and recent sold listings are the usual guide.

Is 1:1 always fair?

Only when both cards share similar rarity and demand — exclusives often need uneven ratios.

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