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

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

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