If a:b = 4:5 and b:c = 5:8, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 4:5 and b:c = 5:8, then a:b:c = ?
A. 4:6:8
B. 3:5:9
C. 8:10:16
D. 4:5:8
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combine ratios: a:b = 4:5, b:c = 5:8 ⇒ a:b:c = 4:5:8.

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If a:b = 6:9 and b:c = 9:6, then a:b:c = ?
A. 12:18:12
B. 6:9:6
C. 5:9:7
D. 6:10:6

Correct Answer: Option B


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

Correct Answer: Option D


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If a:b = 4:7 and b:c = 7:4, then a:b:c = ?
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C. 4:7:4
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Correct Answer: Option C


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