Find the mean proportional between 4 and 32. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the mean proportional between 4 and 32.
A. 11
B. 22
C. 14
D. 36
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mean proportional = √(4 × 32) = √(128) = 11.

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Question #1
If a:b = 4:5 and b:c = 5:6, then a:b:c = ?
A. 4:6:6
B. 8:10:12
C. 3:5:7
D. 4:5:6

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Combine ratios: a:b = 4:5, b:c = 5:6 ⇒ a:b:c = 4:5:6.

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Question #2
Two numbers are in ratio 7:12. Their difference is 120. What is their sum?
A. 658
B. 275
C. 593
D. 551

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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If a:b = 3:4 and b:c = 4:7, then a:b:c = ?
A. 3:4:7
B. 2:4:8
C. 6:8:14
D. 3:5:7

Correct Answer: Option A


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Combine ratios: a:b = 3:4, b:c = 4:7 ⇒ a:b:c = 3:4:7.

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