If a:b = 2:4 and b:c = 4:6, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 2:4 and b:c = 4:6, then a:b:c = ?
A. 2:5:6
B. 2:4:6
C. 4:8:12
D. 1:4:7
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combine ratios: a:b = 2:4, b:c = 4:6 ⇒ a:b:c = 2:4:6.

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Milk and water are in ratio 9:3 in a 463 L mixture. Quantity of milk?
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