If a:b = 5:9 and b:c = 9:10, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 5:9 and b:c = 9:10, then a:b:c = ?
A. 4:9:11
B. 5:9:10
C. 10:18:20
D. 5:10:10
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combine ratios: a:b = 5:9, b:c = 9:10 ⇒ a:b:c = 5:9:10.

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Two numbers are in the ratio 5:9 and their sum is 612. Find the numbers.
A. 215 and 387
B. 240 and 375
C. 430 and 774
D. 196 and 394

Correct Answer: Option A


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A. 523 and 234
B. 540 and 225
C. 1080 and 450
D. 556 and 206

Correct Answer: Option B


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If a:b = 3:9 and b:c = 9:12, then a:b:c = ?
A. 3:10:12
B. 6:18:24
C. 3:9:12
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Correct Answer: Option C


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