If a:b = 4:4 and b:c = 4:9, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 4:4 and b:c = 4:9, then a:b:c = ?
A. 3:4:10
B. 8:8:18
C. 4:4:9
D. 4:5:9
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combine ratios: a:b = 4:4, b:c = 4:9 ⇒ a:b:c = 4:4:9.

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