If a:b = 2:3 and b:c = 3:10, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 2:3 and b:c = 3:10, then a:b:c = ?
A. 2:3:10
B. 1:3:11
C. 2:4:10
D. 4:6:20
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combine ratios: a:b = 2:3, b:c = 3:10 ⇒ a:b:c = 2:3:10.

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