If a:b = 6:5 and b:c = 5:6, then a:b:c = ? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If a:b = 6:5 and b:c = 5:6, then a:b:c = ?
A. 12:10:12
B. 6:6:6
C. 6:5:6
D. 5:5:7
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combine ratios: a:b = 6:5, b:c = 5:6 ⇒ a:b:c = 6:5:6.

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