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

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

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