To better understand what you mean by "root word ratio," please provide more information, such as:
* Where did you encounter this term? (e.g., in a book, article, lecture, etc.)
* What was the context of its use? (e.g., what was being discussed when this term was mentioned?)
* What do you think it might mean? (e.g., is it related to word formation, morphology, or something else?)
With more context, I can help you understand the meaning of "root word ratio."