Find the mean proportional between 28 and 14. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Find the mean proportional between 28 and 14.
A. 19
B. 42
C. 22
D. 38
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Mean proportional = √(28 × 14) = √(392) = 19.

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If a:b = 8:3 and b:c = 3:9, then a:b:c = ?
A. 7:3:10
B. 8:3:9
C. 16:6:18
D. 8:4:9

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Combine ratios: a:b = 8:3, b:c = 3:9 ⇒ a:b:c = 8:3:9.

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Two numbers are in ratio 11:9. Their difference is 111. What is their sum?
A. 240
B. 526
C. 560
D. 480

Correct Answer: Option D


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If a:b = 8:3 and b:c = 3:6, then a:b:c = ?
A. 8:3:6
B. 8:4:6
C. 16:6:12
D. 7:3:7

Correct Answer: Option A


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Combine ratios: a:b = 8:3, b:c = 3:6 ⇒ a:b:c = 8:3:6.

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