If a:b = 5:3 and b:c = 3:5, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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

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